意味
To prevent yourself from saying something, especially something rude or inappropriate.
文化的背景
In British culture, 'biting your tongue' is often associated with the 'stiff upper lip'—the idea of not showing emotion or complaining. In the US, it is often used in professional settings to describe 'picking your battles'.
Use it for conflict
This is your go-to phrase for any situation where you are choosing peace over being 'right'.
意味
To prevent yourself from saying something, especially something rude or inappropriate.
Use it for conflict
This is your go-to phrase for any situation where you are choosing peace over being 'right'.
自分をテスト
Complete the sentence.
I really wanted to tell him he was wrong, but I had to ____ my tongue.
The idiom is 'to bite your tongue'.
Which situation is best for this idiom?
When is it appropriate to 'bite your tongue'?
It is used for self-restraint in communication.
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練習問題バンク
2 問題I really wanted to tell him he was wrong, but I had to ____ my tongue.
The idiom is 'to bite your tongue'.
When is it appropriate to 'bite your tongue'?
It is used for self-restraint in communication.
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よくある質問
1 問Yes, it is very rude. It is a command to be quiet.
関連フレーズ
Hold your tongue
synonymTo stay quiet.
Keep your mouth shut
similarTo not speak.
