Meaning of the word "you could hear a pin drop" in English
What does "you could hear a pin drop" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
you could hear a pin drop
US /juː kʊd hɪər ə pɪn drɒp/
UK /juː kʊd hɪər ə pɪn drɒp/
Idiom
1.
used to describe a situation where there is complete silence, often due to tension or anticipation
Example:
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When the teacher announced the test results, you could hear a pin drop in the classroom.
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The audience was so captivated by the performance that you could hear a pin drop.
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