सब एक साथ मत बोलो
sab ek saath mat bolo
Don't all speak together
Literally: All one together don't speak
In 15 Seconds
- Use this to stop everyone from talking at the same time.
- Perfect for chaotic meetings, family dinners, or loud group chats.
- It helps you ask for order in a friendly, firm way.
Meaning
This is what you say when everyone is talking at once and you can't understand a single word. It's a polite way to ask for order so you can listen to people one by one.
Key Examples
3 of 6Managing a group of excited friends
Doston, sab ek saath mat bolo!
Friends, don't all speak together!
In a chaotic office meeting
Kripya sab ek saath mat boliye.
Please don't all speak together.
Texting a group chat where everyone is typing
Arre yaar, sab ek saath mat bolo, slow down!
Hey guys, don't all speak at once, slow down!
Cultural Background
In Indian culture, group discussions are often loud and passionate. This phrase is a necessary tool for maintaining order. Overlapping speech is often interpreted as interest. This phrase is used to transition from 'interest' to 'clarity'.
Add 'Please'
Always add 'प्लीज़' to make it sound polite.
In 15 Seconds
- Use this to stop everyone from talking at the same time.
- Perfect for chaotic meetings, family dinners, or loud group chats.
- It helps you ask for order in a friendly, firm way.
What It Means
Imagine you are at a family dinner. Everyone wants to tell you about their day at the same time. Your ears are ringing. That is exactly when you use sab ek saath mat bolo. It literally means "don't all speak at once." It is a request for silence and order. You are asking people to take turns. It is practical and very common.
How To Use It
The phrase is quite flexible. You can say it firmly or with a smile. It starts with sab (everyone). Then ek saath (together). Finally, mat bolo (don't speak). You can add kripya at the start for extra politeness. Or just say it as is among friends. It works best when at least three people are shouting.
When To Use It
Use it in a noisy classroom. Use it during a heated debate with friends. It is perfect for a chaotic Zoom call when everyone forgets the mute button. If you are a parent, you will use this hourly. It is great for any situation where noise exceeds understanding. It helps you regain control of the conversation.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this if only one person is talking. That would just be confusing! Avoid using it with your boss in a very strict setting. It might sound a bit too bossy coming from a junior. Also, do not use it if people are just laughing. It is specifically for speech, not general noise. If it is a formal speech, use a more polite version.
Cultural Background
Indian culture is vibrant and often loud. Family gatherings are famous for being beautifully chaotic. In Hindi-speaking households, everyone loves to share their opinion. Interrupting is often seen as engagement, not rudeness. Therefore, this phrase is a survival tool. It is the verbal equivalent of a referee's whistle. It keeps the love flowing without the headache.
Common Variations
You can change the ending for different levels of respect. Use mat boliye for elders or strangers. Use mat bol for a younger sibling (if you are feeling brave). You can also say ek ek karke bolo. This means "speak one by one." Both phrases are cousins and often used together. It is all about bringing harmony to the chaos.
Usage Notes
The phrase is naturally neutral. To make it informal, use 'mat bol'. To make it formal, use 'mat boliye'. Avoid using 'nahin' instead of 'mat' as it sounds grammatically incorrect in this imperative context.
Add 'Please'
Always add 'प्लीज़' to make it sound polite.
Examples
6Doston, sab ek saath mat bolo!
Friends, don't all speak together!
A friendly way to calm down a loud group of peers.
Kripya sab ek saath mat boliye.
Please don't all speak together.
Using 'boliye' and 'kripya' makes it professional and respectful.
Arre yaar, sab ek saath mat bolo, slow down!
Hey guys, don't all speak at once, slow down!
Commonly used when a group chat gets too busy to follow.
Bachon, sab ek saath mat bolo, ek ek karke bolo.
Children, don't all speak together, speak one by one.
The standard way to bring order to a class.
Meri do hi kaan hain, sab ek saath mat bolo!
I only have two ears, don't all speak at once!
A classic humorous way to point out the noise.
Chup ho jao, sab ek saath mat bolo.
Be quiet, don't all speak together.
A bit more direct and firm when you are frustrated.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to say 'Don't all talk at once'?
सब एक साथ ____ बोलो।
In Hindi, 'mat' is used for negative commands.
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Visual Learning Aids
Formality Levels of 'Don't Speak Together'
Used with younger siblings or very close friends.
Sab ek saath mat bol.
The standard version for friends and family.
Sab ek saath mat bolo.
Used with elders, bosses, or in meetings.
Kripya sab ek saath mat boliye.
Where to use Sab Ek Saath Mat Bolo
Family Dinner
When everyone wants the last piece of paneer.
Work Meeting
When the brainstorm turns into a shouting match.
Classroom
When all students know the answer.
Group Trip
When everyone is arguing about the GPS directions.
Practice Bank
1 exercisesसब एक साथ ____ बोलो।
In Hindi, 'mat' is used for negative commands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt depends on your tone. Use a calm voice.
Related Phrases
एक-एक करके बोलो
synonymSpeak one by one
चुप रहो
contrastBe quiet
