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Meaning of it's not what you say but how you say it | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

The tone and delivery of communication is at least as important as what is actually being said.

Examples

“Say the punch line loud and clear. You can even increase your volume and really emphasize the last word. Sometimes it's not what you say but how you say it.”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

it's not you, it's me it's nothing it's on it's only a matter of time it's only a question of time it's raining