Are your ears burning Meaning in English
expression
Definition
A playful way to ask someone if they know they're being talked about, usually because someone else just mentioned them.
Usage & Nuances
This phrase is always informal and playful. Used after mentioning someone who isn't present, often to jokingly suggest they can sense they're being discussed. Not literal—actual ear burning is unrelated. Sometimes answered with remarks like "Why? Who was talking about me?"
Example Sentences
Are your ears burning? We were just talking about you!
basic
If your ears are burning, someone must be mentioning you.
basic
He smiled and asked, 'Are your ears burning?'
basic
We said so many nice things about you—were your ears burning?
natural
Just as we mentioned her, she walked in. I asked, 'Are your ears burning?'
natural
'Are your ears burning?'—you must have a sixth sense for knowing when people are gossiping about you.
natural