What Does "you're putting words into my mouth" Mean?
Learn what "you're putting words into my mouth" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
You‘re putting words into my mouth.
This means the other person is twisting your words or claiming you said something you did not say.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He denies the other person's interpretation of his words.
Usage Scenario
Use it in arguments when you think someone is misrepresenting what you meant. It can sound sharp, so it is best for tense conversations, not casual talk.
Better ways to say it
You’re putting words into my mouth.
Don’t put words in my mouth.
That’s not what I said.
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