Don't say it Meaning in English
expression
ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈseɪ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
DONT SAY it
dəʊnt/ /sˈeɪ/ /ˈɪt
DOHNT SAY it
Definition
This expression tells someone not to say something, often because it is sensitive, obvious, unnecessary, or might cause discomfort.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and often said playfully, sometimes to stop jokes, spoilers, or obvious comments. Used with friends or family. Not rude, but can sound sharp if said seriously.
Spanish: no lo digasPortuguese (BR): não diga issoPortuguese (PT): não digas issoChinese (Simplified): 别说出来Chinese (Traditional): 別說出來Hindi: यह मत बोलोArabic: لا تقلهBengali: বল না - বলো নাRussian: не говори этоJapanese: 言わないでVietnamese: đừng nói raKorean: 말하지 마Turkish: söylemeUrdu: یہ مت کہوIndonesian: jangan katakan itu
Example Sentences
Don't say it! I don't want to know the answer yet.
basic
Please, don't say it in front of the kids.
basic
If you know the secret, don't say it.
basic
Okay, I think we all know what happened—don't say it.
natural
Whatever you’re about to say, just don’t say it!
natural
I know you have a comeback, but don't say it this time.
natural