English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "let's lay our cards on the table" Mean?
Learn what "let's lay our cards on the table" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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let's lay our cards on the table.
It means to stop hiding things and speak openly and honestly.
From Billionaire Daughter’S Love Triangle, Episode 30
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is trying to be direct and honest about the situation.
Usage Scenario
Use this before a serious talk when you want full honesty. It can sound forceful or tense if the other person is defensive.
Better ways to say it
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let's lay our cards on the table
2
let's be honest with each other
3
time to put everything on the table
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