English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "that's not a very polite thing to do" Mean?
Learn what "that's not a very polite thing to do" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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That's not a very polite thing to do, you know.
It means the speaker is saying the action is impolite or socially inappropriate.
From Married To My Brother’S Ex, Episode 49
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker criticizes someone for behaving in a rude way.
Usage Scenario
Use this to criticize rude behavior in a mild way. It is suitable for general conversation, though it can still sound disapproving.
Better ways to say it
1
That's not polite.
2
That was a rude thing to do.
3
That's not a very nice thing to do.
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