English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "you cannot tell anybody about this" Mean?

Learn what "you cannot tell anybody about this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Warn

Listen, you cannot tell anybody about this.

This means the speaker is telling someone to keep the information secret.

From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part Ii, Episode 18

When do people say this?

Scene Context

She warns someone not to tell anyone about what happened.

Usage Scenario

Use this when protecting a secret or sensitive information. It can sound serious and controlling if said too forcefully.

Better ways to say it

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You cannot tell anybody about this.
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Don't tell anybody about this.
3
Keep this to yourself.

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