Loose lip Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɫus/ /ˈɫɪp

LOOSS LIP

UK

lˈuːs/ /lˈɪp

LOOSS LIP

Definition

A 'loose lip' is a person who reveals secrets or sensitive information easily, often by talking too much. It usually describes someone who can't keep things private.

Usage & Nuances

Informal; often used with 'loose lips sink ships' (warnings about sharing secrets). Can describe unintentional gossip or careless talk. Focuses on talking too much, not intentionally spreading rumors.

• Spanish: persona indiscreta - boca floja
• Portuguese (BR): língua solta - tagarela
• Portuguese (PT): língua solta - tagarela
• Chinese (Simplified): 多嘴的人
• Chinese (Traditional): 多嘴的人
• Hindi: अधिक बोलने वाला - बातें फैलाने वाला
• Arabic: كثير الكلام - فم فضفاض
• Bengali: বেহিসাবি কথা বলা মানুষ
• Russian: болтун - человек с длинным языком
• Japanese: 口が軽い人
• Vietnamese: người ba hoa - người nói nhiều
• Korean: 입이 가벼운 사람
• Turkish: ağzı gevşek - sır tutamayan
• Urdu: بڑي زبان والا - راز افشا کرنے والا
• Indonesian: orang bermulut besar - orang yang tidak bisa simpan rahasia

Example Sentences

Don't be a loose lip and tell everyone my secret.

basic

He is known as a loose lip at school.

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A loose lip can ruin surprises.

basic

Sorry, I didn't mean to be a loose lip last night—I got too excited.

natural

If you're planning a surprise, avoid the loose lip in the group!

natural

We have a loose lip among us, so let's keep this plan quiet.

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