Off with you Meaning in English
expression
ˈɔf/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ/ /ˈju
AWF with YOO
ˈɒf/ /wˈɪð/ /jˈuː
OF with YOO
Definition
A phrase used to tell someone to leave or go away, often in a gentle, encouraging, or sometimes playful way.
Usage & Nuances
Semi-formal, feels old-fashioned or playful today; often used with children, pets, or in stories. Not used in truly angry or harsh contexts. Similar to 'off you go' or 'run along.' Avoid in serious situations.
Spanish: ¡Fuera contigo! - ¡Vete ya! - ¡Anda, vete!Portuguese (BR): Vá com você! - Pode ir! - Vá embora!Portuguese (PT): Vai com isso! - Podes ir! - Anda, vai-te embora!Chinese (Simplified): 你走吧！- 快去吧！Chinese (Traditional): 你走吧！- 快去吧！Hindi: चलो जाओ! - अब जाओ!Arabic: اذهب الآن! - انطلق!Bengali: চলে যাও - চল বেরিয়ে পড়োRussian: иди - ступайJapanese: さあ行って - 行きなさいVietnamese: đi đi - mau lên điKorean: 자, 가라 - 얼른 가Turkish: hadi bakalım - hadi gitUrdu: چلے جاؤ - جاؤIndonesian: pergi sana - ayo pergi
Example Sentences
Off with you, it's time for bed.
basic
The teacher smiled and said, 'Off with you to recess!'
basic
'All right, off with you now,' the parent said to the children.
basic
The dog wouldn't stop barking, so she said, 'Off with you to the garden!'
natural
Whenever we finished our chores, Grandma would say, 'Off with you, go and play.'
natural
'Off with you, or you'll be late for school!' my brother shouted.
natural