Why u didnt tell me vs Didnt tell me

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Why u didnt tell me' is a more informal and colloquial way of asking someone why they didn't inform you about something. 'Didnt tell me' is a more formal and direct way of stating that someone did not inform you about something.

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Why u didnt tell me

This phrase is correct in informal and colloquial contexts. It is commonly used in casual conversations or text messages.

This phrase is a casual and informal way of asking someone why they did not inform you about something. It is commonly used in spoken language or informal written communication.

Examples:

Why u didnt tell me about the party?
I'm upset that u didnt tell me about the changes.
Can u explain why u didnt tell me earlier?
Sorry I didnt tell u sooner.
I wonder why u didnt tell me the truth.

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I didnt tell you what was biting him.
Tell me, tell me! Rock important.
You must tell me what happened.
They don't tell me anything.
Tell me of this unhappy woman.
Everything my clients tell me is privileged.
You'll tell me: Mario, thanks.
Detective in charge tells me you're the landlord.
My spies tell me those transports carry treasure.
Reliable sources tell me you're her boyfriend.
Tell me something - these wound patterns...
Tell me where I'm from.
Donny my analyst always tells me...
You won't tell me your idea of this prelude.
Sergei tells me you know something.
Tell me that isn't magnificent...
Please tell me you eat carbs.
My sources tell me it works actually.
Sometimes my teammates don't tell me things.
Tell me about these champagne glasses.

Alternatives:

Why didn't you tell me
Why did you not inform me
Why didn't you inform me
Why didn't you let me know
Why didn't you give me a heads up

Didnt tell me

This phrase is correct in formal contexts. It is a direct way of stating that someone did not inform you about something.

This phrase is more formal and direct compared to the informal 'why u didnt tell me'. It is suitable for formal written communication or professional settings.

Examples:

He didnt tell me about the meeting.
She didnt tell me the truth.
They didnt tell me in advance.
I'm disappointed that you didnt tell me.
The teacher didnt tell me about the assignment.

Alternatives:

He did not inform me
She failed to tell me
They neglected to inform me
I was not informed
The teacher failed to mention the assignment

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Why u didnt tell me vs Didnt tell me