Meaning
An informal way to tell someone to stop talking and be silent.
Cultural Background
In the US, this is often used in movies to show a 'tough' character. While understood, British speakers might prefer 'Button it' or 'Shut it'.
Don't use with authority
Never say this to your boss or a police officer.
Meaning
An informal way to tell someone to stop talking and be silent.
Don't use with authority
Never say this to your boss or a police officer.
Test Yourself
Which situation is appropriate for 'zip your lip'?
You are at a formal dinner with your boss. What do you say?
Zip your lip is too informal and rude for a formal dinner with a boss.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou are at a formal dinner with your boss. What do you say?
Zip your lip is too informal and rude for a formal dinner with a boss.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is considered quite rude and informal.
Related Phrases
Zip it
synonymBe quiet.
Button your lip
similarBe quiet.
