read my lips
US /riːd maɪ lɪps/
UK /riːd maɪ lɪps/
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내 말 잘 들어, 똑똑히 들어
used to emphasize that what one is saying is important and should be clearly understood, often implying no room for negotiation or misunderstanding
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I am not buying you a new toy. Now, read my lips: NO.
새 장난감은 안 사줄 거야. 자, 내 말 잘 들어: 안 돼.
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We are leaving at 8 AM sharp, read my lips, no exceptions!
우리는 정확히 오전 8시에 출발할 거야, 내 말 잘 들어, 예외는 없어!