It's like talking to a brick wall
We use this expression to criticise somebody because they don't listen to what you tell them.
| Written | No |
|---|---|
| Spoken | Yes |
| Formal | No |
| Informal | Yes |
Example 1
Have you written that letter that we talked about?
What letter? Sorry, I don't remember this.
Honestly! It's like talking to a brick wall...
Example 2
I keep telling the staff not to put food in that bin, but they don't listen.
Yes, I know. It's like talking to a brick wall.
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It is hard for people from other cultures/languages cope with these sayings? No wonder English is hard for them. "Talking to a brick wall" they do not have a clue. The reply "Why would you talk to a brick wall?" from a Nepalese friend does make one laugh though.
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