Open your mouth Meaning in English
expression
ˈoʊpən/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈmaʊθ
OH-puhn yor MOWTH
ˈəʊpən/ /jˈɔː/ /mʌʊθ
OH-puhn yaw MOWTH
Definition
To move your lips apart so your mouth is not closed, often so someone can look inside or so you can speak or eat.
Usage & Nuances
Often used literally by doctors or dentists, but can also tell someone to speak or sing. In informal speech, sometimes used playfully when someone is shy or not talking.
Spanish: abre la bocaPortuguese (BR): abra a bocaPortuguese (PT): abra a bocaChinese (Simplified): 张开嘴巴Chinese (Traditional): 張開嘴巴Hindi: मुंह खोलोArabic: افتح فمكBengali: মুখ খুলো - মুখ খোলাRussian: открой ротJapanese: 口を開けるVietnamese: mở miệngKorean: 입을 벌리다Turkish: ağzını açmakUrdu: منہ کھولوIndonesian: buka mulut
Example Sentences
Please open your mouth so the dentist can check your teeth.
basic
The doctor said, "Open your mouth and say 'ah'."
basic
He couldn't open his mouth because he was too nervous.
basic
You need to open your mouth wider for that big bite!
natural
Don’t be shy—just open your mouth and say what you think.
natural
When the teacher asked a question, not a single student would open their mouth.
natural