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I'd like a word with you Meaning in English

expression

EYED LIKE uh WERD with YOO
EYED LIKE uh WURD with YOO

Definition

This polite expression means you want to talk to someone privately, often about something important or serious.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in formal or semi-formal situations (e.g., at work, school). Implies a private discussion, sometimes about a problem or sensitive topic. Not literal—doesn't mean just one word, but a conversation. Avoid with strangers; use with colleagues, friends, or people you know.

Spanish: quisiera hablar contigo - me gustaría hablar contigoPortuguese (BR): queria falar com você - gostaria de falar com vocêPortuguese (PT): queria falar contigo - gostava de falar contigoChinese (Simplified): 我想和你谈谈Chinese (Traditional): 我想和你談談Hindi: मुझसे बात करनी हैArabic: أود التحدث معكBengali: আমি আপনার সাথে একটু কথা বলতে চাইRussian: Я хотел бы с вами поговоритьJapanese: 少しお話ししたいのですがVietnamese: Tôi muốn nói chuyện riêng với bạnKorean: 잠깐 얘기 좀 하고 싶은데요Turkish: Sizinle biraz konuşmak istiyorumUrdu: میں آپ سے کچھ بات کرنا چاہتا ہوںIndonesian: Saya ingin bicara sebentar dengan Anda

Example Sentences

Excuse me, I'd like a word with you after the meeting.

basic

The teacher said, 'I'd like a word with you' to John.

basic

If you have a minute, I'd like a word with you.

basic

I'd like a word with you in private about your project.

natural

Could we step outside? I'd like a word with you.

natural

As soon as you're free, I'd like a word with you about something important.

natural