Mind your own business

phrase

Stop interfering in other people's matters that don't concern you.

She was trying to give me advice on my career, and I told her to mind her own business.

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Can sound rude or annoyed when said directly, so use cautiously.

Excuse me, but I think you should mind your own business.

Pro Tip 2/3

Soften it by adding phrases like 'if you don't mind' to sound less harsh.

I'd appreciate it if you minded your own business, please.

Pro Tip 3/3

In some cultures, this phrase can be very offensive. Understand the social context first.

I noticed in their culture, telling someone to mind their own business is taboo.

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