English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "okay then let's pick it up another time" Mean?
Learn what "okay then let's pick it up another time" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Polite
Soft
End Argument
Okay, then, let's pick it up another time.
It means let's stop talking about this now and continue at another time.
From The Escaping Mistress, Episode 40
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone tries to pause a tense conversation and continue it later.
Usage Scenario
Use this to delay a difficult conversation without sounding too harsh. It can sound a little evasive if the other person wants an immediate answer.
Better ways to say it
1
Let's talk about it another time.
2
Can we pick this up later?
3
Let's continue this later.
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