Forget it Meaning in English
expression
Definition
Used to tell someone not to worry about something, to ignore a request, or to stop discussing a topic. Basically means 'never mind' or 'it’s not important.'
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often used to end a conversation, dismiss an idea, or tell someone not to stress. Similar to 'never mind.' Can sound abrupt if said sharply. Not used for serious topics.
Spanish: olvídalo - no importaPortuguese (BR): esquece - deixa pra láPortuguese (PT): esquece - deixa estarChinese (Simplified): 算了 - 别提了Chinese (Traditional): 算了 - 別提了Hindi: छोड़ो - जाने दोArabic: انسَ الأمر - لا تهتمBengali: ভাবাইো না - থাক - দরকার নেইRussian: забудь - не бери в голову - неважноJapanese: 気にしないで - もういいよ - 忘れてVietnamese: thôi - quên đi - không sao đâuKorean: 신경 쓰지 마 - 됐어 - 잊어버려Turkish: boşver - unut gitsin - takma kafanaUrdu: چھوڑو - بھول جاؤ - رہنے دوIndonesian: lupakan - sudahlah - tidak usah dipikirkan
Example Sentences
A: Can you help me with this math problem? B: Oh, forget it, I figured it out.
basic
I wanted to tell you something, but forget it.
basic
Forget it, I will do it myself.
basic
We missed the bus? Ah, forget it, let’s just walk.
natural
If you don’t want to talk about it, just forget it.
natural
You know what? Forget it—it’s not even worth arguing.
natural