You don’t say!

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exclamation

Used to express surprise or shock, often in a sarcastic way.

Person 1: It's raining outside. Person 2: Really? You don't say!
Visual representation of "you don’t say!" - Used to express surprise or shock, often in a sarcastic way

Often appears as...

  • really? you don't say!
  • well

Usage tips

Colloquial

exclamation

Used to express surprise or shock, often in a sarcastic way.

Person 1: It's raining outside. Person 2: Really? You don't say!
Visual representation of "you don’t say!" - Used to express surprise or shock, often in a sarcastic way

Often appears as...

  • really? you don't say!
  • well

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "you don’t say!"
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Sarcasm Indicator

Shows disbelief or that something obvious was stated, often in a mocking tone.

Illustration for Sarcasm Indicator
A: 'Gamers like video games.' B: 'You don't say!'
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Not Literally

Don't take it at face value; it's usually not a request for more information.

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A: 'I finally cleaned my room.' B: 'You don't say!'
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Casual Use

Commonly used in casual, informal situations among friends or peers.

Illustration for Casual Use
A: 'I ate way too much pizza.' B: 'You don't say!'
Visual representation of the word "You don’t say!"

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