Bedeutung
Used to tell someone not to touch something or someone.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the US, 'Hands off' is often used in business to describe a management style that gives employees freedom. In the UK, it is used similarly but can be considered quite rude if not said with a specific tone.
Tone matters
Say it with a firm, low voice to be taken seriously.
Bedeutung
Used to tell someone not to touch something or someone.
Tone matters
Say it with a firm, low voice to be taken seriously.
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Which phrase is correct when someone touches your phone?
Someone grabs your phone. You say:
'Hands off' is the correct idiom for telling someone to stop touching something.
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Aufgabensammlung
1 AufgabenSomeone grabs your phone. You say:
'Hands off' is the correct idiom for telling someone to stop touching something.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
1 FragenNo, it is too informal and rude.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Keep your hands to yourself
similarDon't touch others.
Hands-off policy
specialized formNon-interference.