Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

its-your-funeral

idiom

/ɪts jʊər ˈfjʊnərəl/

Definition

A phrase used to indicate that someone is making a decision that may lead to negative consequences, implying that it is their responsibility if things go wrong.

Examples

If you want to skip your last exam, that’s fine, but it’s your funeral.
She warned him about the dangers of reckless driving, but he said, “It’s your funeral!”

Meaning

The expression suggests a sense of detachment or indifference towards someone’s choices, emphasizing that the repercussions of those choices will affect only them.