English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "my mom would never approve of this" Mean?
Learn what "my mom would never approve of this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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My mom would never approve of this.
It means the speaker believes their mother would strongly disapprove.
From Why I Did It, Episode 3
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says their mother would not approve of the situation.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining family disapproval or hesitation about a choice. It can be a soft way to say something is not acceptable at home.
Better ways to say it
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My mom would never approve of this.
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My mother would never approve.
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My mom wouldn't approve of this.
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