Learn · Sentences Classroom Instructions

Don’t speak while others are talking.

A2

Sentence

Narrator

Don’t speak while others are talking.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You shouldn't interrupt others while they're speaking.

Describing Habits

I always listen attentively and avoid speaking until it's my turn.

Asking About Others

Do you always wait for others to finish before speaking?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If everyone spoke at once, it would be very chaotic.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Refrain from speaking while others are engaged in conversation.

Casual

Let others finish talking before you chime in.

Simpler English

Wait your turn to talk.

Phrases to learn

speak while others are talking

To interrupt someone who is currently speaking.