English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "told you not" Mean?
Learn what "told you not" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Set Boundary
I told you not to mention that name around me.
It means the speaker does not want a certain person or topic mentioned near them.
From Camouflage, Episode 22
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker reminds someone not to bring up a certain name around them.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to stop someone from bringing up a painful or unwanted topic. It can sound strict, but it is a normal boundary-setting sentence.
Better ways to say it
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Don’t mention that name around me.
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I told you not to mention that name.
3
Don’t bring that name up around me.
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