Bedeutung
A question asked when someone is unusually quiet.
Kultureller Hintergrund
It is a very common, lighthearted idiom used by children and adults alike. Often used in the same way, but sometimes paired with other slang.
Use a smile
Always smile when saying this. It changes the tone from aggressive to playful.
Bedeutung
A question asked when someone is unusually quiet.
Use a smile
Always smile when saying this. It changes the tone from aggressive to playful.
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When should you use this phrase?
You are at a formal business meeting. Your boss is silent. Do you say:
Never use this idiom in a formal setting.
Complete the phrase.
Why are you so quiet? ______ got your tongue?
The idiom specifically uses 'cat'.
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Aufgabensammlung
2 AufgabenYou are at a formal business meeting. Your boss is silent. Do you say:
Never use this idiom in a formal setting.
Why are you so quiet? ______ got your tongue?
The idiom specifically uses 'cat'.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
1 FragenNo, it is too informal.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Spit it out
similarTell me what you are thinking.
Hold your tongue
contrastTo stay silent on purpose.
