English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "don't test my patience adrian" Mean?
Learn what "don't test my patience adrian" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Rude
Firm
Warn
Don't test my patience Adrian.
It means the speaker is warning the other person that they are close to losing patience.
From Camouflage, Episode 55
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone warns another person not to push them any further.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when you want to warn someone to stop provoking you. It sounds hostile and is not polite.
Better ways to say it
1
Don't push me.
2
Don't test my patience.
3
I'm losing patience.
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