Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shut one's trap / keep one's trap shut

idiom

/ʃʌt wʌnz træp/

Definition

To remain silent or to stop talking.

Examples

When you’re in a meeting, it’s best to shut your trap and listen to the discussion.
He was getting annoying, so I told him to keep his trap shut for a while.
Sometimes, the best way to handle a situation is to just shut your trap and observe.

Meaning

This phrase is often used informally to suggest that someone should stop speaking, especially if what they are saying is considered unnecessary or unwelcome.