Meaning of the word "sticks and stones may break my bones" in English
What does "sticks and stones may break my bones" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sticks and stones may break my bones
US /stɪks ænd stoʊnz meɪ breɪk maɪ boʊnz/
UK /stɪks ænd stəʊnz meɪ breɪk maɪ bəʊnz/
Idiom
a common expression used to say that a person is not affected by insults or verbal attacks
Example:
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When the other kids teased him, he just replied, 'Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.'
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I know they are saying mean things, but remember: sticks and stones may break my bones.