Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
you-dont-say
idiom
/juː dɒnt seɪ/
Definition
A phrase used to express disbelief or surprise at a statement, often in a sarcastic manner.
Examples
- “He just won the lottery! You don’t say!”
- “You got a promotion? You don’t say!”
Meaning
This expression is typically used when someone hears something that seems obvious or excessive, implying that the speaker wasn’t aware of the information being shared.
Synonyms
- “No kidding”
- “Really?”
- “You don’t say so”
