Intermediate Small Talk & Socialising

Change The Subject

/tʃeɪndʒ ðə ˈsʌbdʒɪkt/ phrase

Meaning

To start talking about something different, often to avoid an uncomfortable topic.

हिंदी मेंकिसी अलग विषय पर बात करना शुरू करना, अक्सर किसी असहज विषय से बचने के लिए।

Example Sentences

“She quickly changed the subject when asked about her age.”

जब उसकी उम्र के बारे में पूछा गया तो उसने जल्दी से विषय बदल दिया।

“He tends to change the subject when things get personal.”

जब बातें व्यक्तिगत हो जाती हैं तो वह विषय बदल देता है।

⚠ Common Mistake

A neutral action, not necessarily rude — but doing it too obviously can seem evasive.

Good to Know

Synonyms
deflect

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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