English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it won't hurt until he wakes up" Mean?
Learn what "it won't hurt until he wakes up" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It won't hurt until he wakes up.
It means something harmful or unpleasant will happen later, after a specific person wakes up.
From Blood Contract, Episode 46
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone gives a disturbing warning that the pain or danger will start after another person wakes up.
Usage Scenario
Use this only in dark fiction or threatening dialogue. It is not polite and would sound alarming in real life.
Better ways to say it
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It won't hurt until he wakes up.
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He won't feel it until he wakes up.
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