5 Ways to Ask Someone to Keep a Secret | English Tips

Hi, I'm teavher Loren and in this post you're gonna learn the secrets can be a tricky thing. We often share them with the best intentions, but sometimes those secrets have a way of slipping out. So, how do you ensure your confidence remains just that – confidential? Here are 5 ways to ask someone to keep a secret:

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1. "Keep it under your hat."

   • This classic phrase is a lighthearted and informal way to ask someone to keep something to themselves. It implies that the information should be kept hidden, much like a secret tucked away under a hat.
     

2. "Don't spill the beans!"

   • This idiom is a bit more playful and emphasizes the importance of keeping the information concealed. "Spilling the beans" means revealing a secret, so this phrase strongly discourages any disclosure.
     

3. "This is just between us."

   • This phrase clearly establishes a sense of exclusivity and trust. It emphasizes that the information is intended for only the two of you and should not be shared with others.
     

4. "Not a word, okay?"

   • This direct and concise phrase leaves no room for ambiguity. It explicitly demands silence and reinforces the expectation of confidentiality.
     

5. "Don't tell a soul!"

   • This phrase is more dramatic and emphasizes the seriousness of the secret. It strongly discourages any form of disclosure, even to the closest of confidantes.
     

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Essas frases funcionam pra pedir pra alguém guardar um segredo, mas o jeito que você fala e a situação fazem toda a diferença. Se você é bem amigo da pessoa e não tem muito o que esconder, às vezes um simples: "Please don't tell anyone about this," ('Por favor, não conta pra ninguém') já resolve.

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Ultimately, the key to keeping a secret lies in the trust you place in the person you're confiding in. Choose wisely and hope for the best!

See ya!

Loren Assunção