Don't Speak – English Lyrics

• By: Marshmello, Sabrina Claudio

Lyrics & Translation

Explore the nuances of unspoken emotions with Marshmello and Sabrina Claudio's 'Don't Speak.' This track offers a unique perspective on relationships, highlighting how physical connection can sometimes bridge gaps when words fail, making it a fascinating study in non-verbal communication and emotional expression.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
speak /spiːk/ A2	verb - to say something
night /naɪt/ A2	noun - the period from sunset to sunrise
feel /fiːl/ A2	verb - to experience an emotion or sensation
moment /ˈməʊmənt/ B1	noun - a brief period of time
dreams /driːmz/ B1	noun - a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep
hold /həʊld/ A2	verb - to grasp or support with your hand
teleport /ˈtelɪpɔːt/ C1	verb - to transport instantaneously
closer /ˈkləʊsər/ B1	adverb - nearer in distance or time
sound /saʊnd/ A2	noun - vibrations that travel through the air verb - to make a noise
temporary /ˈtempərəri/ B2	adjective - lasting for a limited time
notice /ˈnəʊtɪs/ B1	verb - to become aware of something
break /breɪk/ A2	verb - to separate into pieces
right /raɪt/ A1	adjective - correct or true
silent /ˈsaɪlənt/ B1	adjective - making no sound
morning /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/ A2	noun - the period of time between sunrise and noon

Key Grammar Structures

• We've been talking in circles all night

  ➔ Present Perfect Continuous

  ➔ The use of 'have been + verb-ing' indicates an action that started in the past and continues up to the present. Here, it emphasizes the duration of the circular conversation. The phrase "in circles" is idiomatic, meaning unproductive or repetitive.

• We've been trying to pick a side thinkin' We're right, but we ain't right, right?

  ➔ Contraction & Colloquialism

  ➔ The use of 'thinkin'' and 'ain't' are examples of colloquial language and contractions, common in song lyrics to create a more casual and relatable tone. The repetition of 'right?' is a tag question, seeking confirmation.

• If you give it to me right, I might not notice

  ➔ Conditional Sentence (First Conditional)

  ➔ This is a first conditional sentence: 'If + present simple, will + base verb'. However, it's modified with 'might' instead of 'will', indicating a lower probability. The phrase "give it to me right" means to satisfy or fulfill a desire in a way that is pleasing.

• Baby, don't speak

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ This is a direct command or request. The use of 'don't' creates a negative imperative. The 'baby' is a term of endearment.

• Hold me, body's on me

  ➔ Possessive Pronoun as Adjective & Colloquialism

  ➔ 'Body's on me' is a colloquial expression meaning a strong physical attraction or desire for closeness. 'Body's' functions as a possessive adjective modifying 'me', indicating a feeling of being overwhelmed by the other person's physical presence.