English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "know you don't" Mean?
Learn what "know you don't" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Neutral
Soft
Set Boundary
You know you don't have to call me boss, right?
It means the speaker prefers a less formal or less hierarchical way of being addressed.
From Why I Did It, Episode 23
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker tells someone they do not need to call them boss.
Usage Scenario
Use this at work when you want to sound friendly and reduce distance. It can sound teasing, so the tone matters.
Better ways to say it
1
You don't have to call me boss, right?
2
You can just call me by my name.
3
Don't call me boss.
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