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UK//jʊə ə peɪn ɪn maɪ æs//US//jʊr ə peɪn ɪn maɪ æs//

Meaning of You're a pain in my ass

An expression used to describe someone who is frustrating or irritating.

In simple words: You are annoying or difficult to deal with.

You're a pain in my ass in a sentence

  • I know you mean well, but sometimes you're a pain in my ass.
  • He can be such a pain in my ass with all his demands.
  • Stop asking questions; you’re being a pain in my ass right now.
  • She’s a pain in my ass when she refuses to let things go.
  • You're a pain in my ass, but I still appreciate you as a friend.

How to use You're a pain in my ass

This phrase is quite informal and can be considered rude. Use it when speaking to friends but avoid in professional settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of someone constantly bothering you like a persistent pain.

Related words

Collocations with You're a pain in my ass

  • be a pain
  • pain in the neck
  • stop being a pain
  • pain in my life
  • pain in my heart

Synonyms for You're a pain in my ass

Common mistakes with You're a pain in my ass

  • Using in formal situations where it's inappropriate.
  • Mispronouncing 'pain' as 'pane'.
  • Confusing the expression with similar phrases that are less aggressive.

Compare You're a pain in my ass with Bother, Trouble, Hassle

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Frequently asked questions about You're a pain in my ass

What does You're a pain in my ass mean?

You are annoying or difficult to deal with.

What is the definition of You're a pain in my ass?

An expression used to describe someone who is frustrating or irritating.

How do you use You're a pain in my ass in a sentence?

I know you mean well, but sometimes you're a pain in my ass.

Can you give another example of You're a pain in my ass?

He can be such a pain in my ass with all his demands.

What are synonyms for You're a pain in my ass?

Common alternatives include nuisance, bother, irritant, trouble, hassle.

What words go with You're a pain in my ass?

It commonly pairs with be a pain, pain in the neck, stop being a pain, pain in my life, pain in my heart.

What are common mistakes when using You're a pain in my ass?

Using in formal situations where it's inappropriate. Mispronouncing 'pain' as 'pane'. Confusing the expression with similar phrases that are less aggressive.

How do you pronounce You're a pain in my ass?

US: //jʊr ə peɪn ɪn maɪ æs//, UK: //jʊə ə peɪn ɪn maɪ æs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You're a pain in my ass formal or informal?

"You're a pain in my ass" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You're a pain in my ass?

This phrase is quite informal and can be considered rude. Use it when speaking to friends but avoid in professional settings.