you shouldn't have
Meanings
phrase
- Used to express gratitude at unnecessary generosity, especially when receiving a gift.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
Abbreviated from full sentence with verb, such as "you shouldn't have gone through all that trouble" or "you shouldn't have spent so much money".
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