I'm speechless Meaning in English

expression · lemma: be speechless

US

ˈaɪm/, /əm/ /ˈspitʃɫəs

AIM SPEECH-luhs

UK

aɪm/ /spˈiːtʃləs

AIM speech-luhs

Definition

Used when you are so surprised, shocked, or moved that you cannot find words to say. It's an expression to show strong emotion, often positive or negative.

Usage & Nuances

Informal, often used in messages, social media, or speech after a big surprise. Can express joy, disbelief, shock, or even sadness. Common with 'I can't believe it' or after unexpected news. Not used in formal writing.

• Spanish: me he quedado sin palabras - estoy sin palabras
• Portuguese (BR): estou sem palavras
• Portuguese (PT): estou sem palavras
• Chinese (Simplified): 我说不出话来 - 我无语了
• Chinese (Traditional): 我說不出話來 - 我無語了
• Hindi: मैं अवाक हूँ
• Arabic: أنا عاجز عن الكلام
• Bengali: আমি **অভিভূত** - আমার কথা নেই
• Russian: я **без слов** - я **в шоке**
• Japanese: 言葉もありません - 言葉が出ません
• Vietnamese: tôi **không nói nên lời**
• Korean: 할 말이 없어 - 말이 안 나와
• Turkish: **nutkum tutuldu** - **söyleyecek söz bulamıyorum**
• Urdu: میں **لاجواب ہوں**
• Indonesian: saya **tidak bisa berkata-kata**

Example Sentences

I'm speechless after hearing the amazing news.

basic

When I saw the beautiful painting, I'm speechless.

basic

I'm speechless because of your kindness.

basic

Wow, I'm speechless—that performance was incredible!

natural

Honestly, I'm speechless right now. I didn't see that coming.

natural

After all you’ve done for me, I'm speechless—I can’t thank you enough.

natural