English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "don't play innocent with me" Mean?
Learn what "don't play innocent with me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Rude
Firm
Accuse
Don't play innocent with me.
This means the speaker thinks the other person is faking innocence or innocence is being used as an excuse.
From Lost And Found, Episode 53
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone accuses another person of pretending to be innocent.
Usage Scenario
Use it in arguments when you think someone is acting falsely innocent. It sounds rude and accusatory, so it is not appropriate in polite conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
Don't play innocent with me.
2
Stop acting innocent.
3
Don't pretend to be innocent.
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