Cool MateMeaning of As you were
A prompt to continue previous activity or conversation.
In simple words: A way to tell someone to return to what they were doing.
As you were in a sentence
- After the interruption, she smiled and said, 'As you were.'
- When they stopped talking, he waved his hand and said, 'As you were.'
- The teacher walked in and told the students, 'As you were, please continue your discussion.'
- During the meeting, the manager said, 'As you were, let's get back to our topics.'
- After the brief pause, he encouraged his friends, 'As you were, let's keep the game going!'
How to use As you were
Commonly used in casual conversations, especially in informal settings. Not suitable for formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Imagine someone saying 'As you were!' in a playful tone, as if encouraging you to get back to your fun activity.
Related words
Collocations with As you were
- as you were
- just as you were
- please as you were
Common mistakes with As you were
- Used incorrectly as a command rather than a suggestion.
- Misunderstood as a greeting rather than a prompt to continue.
- Confused with similar phrases like 'carry on'.
Compare As you were with Carry on, Continue, Resume, Go ahead
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Frequently asked questions about As you were
What does As you were mean?
A way to tell someone to return to what they were doing.
What is the definition of As you were?
A prompt to continue previous activity or conversation.
How do you use As you were in a sentence?
After the interruption, she smiled and said, 'As you were.'
Can you give another example of As you were?
When they stopped talking, he waved his hand and said, 'As you were.'
What are synonyms for As you were?
Common alternatives include carry on, continue, resume, go ahead, keep going.
What words go with As you were?
It commonly pairs with as you were, just as you were, please as you were.
What are common mistakes when using As you were?
Used incorrectly as a command rather than a suggestion. Misunderstood as a greeting rather than a prompt to continue. Confused with similar phrases like 'carry on'.
How do you pronounce As you were?
US: //æz jʊ wɪr//, UK: //æz jʊə wɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is As you were formal or informal?
"As you were" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use As you were?
Commonly used in casual conversations, especially in informal settings. Not suitable for formal contexts.