needless to say — used to emphasize that what you are about to say is obvious or expected
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to emphasize that what you are about to say is obvious or expected
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈniːdləs tə seɪ/
Korean meaning: 말할 필요도 없이, 두말할 나위 없이
Korean pronunciation: **니들**리스 투 **세이**
Example Sentences
- Needless to say, bringing a swimsuit to a desert camping trip was not my brightest idea.
- Needless to say, the exam results were disappointing for most students.
- Needless to say, my attempt to impress her by juggling eggs ended in disaster.
needless to say
ADVERB//ˈniːdləs tə seɪ//
used to emphasize that what you are about to say is obvious or expected
Needless to say, the chef tasted his own soup before serving the guests.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
중세 영어에서 '필요 없는(needless)'과 '말하다(to say)'가 결합하여 형성된 관용표현으로, 16세기부터 사용되기 시작했습니다.
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📝Examples
“Needless to say, bringing a swimsuit to a desert camping trip was not my brightest idea.”
“Needless to say, the exam results were disappointing for most students.”
“Needless to say, my attempt to impress her by juggling eggs ended in disaster.”
“Needless to say, we must complete the project by the deadline.”
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