HSK 7
别提（有）多X了
bié tí （ yǒu ） duō X liǎo
The structure “别提（有）多X了” emphasizing an extremely high degree
Explanation
This is a colloquial pattern (口语格式 = a pattern used in everyday speech) '别提（有）多X了' used to emphasize an extremely high degree of a state, rich in expressive nuance, roughly meaning 'don't even ask how X it is'.
topic, 别提 (biétí) + (有 yǒu) + 多 (duō) + X (adjective/adverb) + 了 (别提多好看了 = so good-looking it's beyond words; 别提有多兴奋了 = so excited it's beyond description). The character '有' can be omitted.
in intimate speech when one wants to exaggerate and exclaim over a very high degree (so beautiful/happy/tired... beyond words).
this is not the literal 'don't mention it' but an exaggerated exclamatory expression; it is close to '要多X有多X' (as X as can be). Used only in colloquial speech.
misunderstanding '别提' as 'don't bring it up'; forgetting the '多' or '了', which breaks the pattern (it must be the complete 别提...多X了).
Examples
That piece of clothing I just bought—it's good-looking beyond words.
Hearing her father's voice, the little girl was excited beyond description.
Practice
Test your understanding with a quick quiz
Learn “别提（有）多X了” effectively
The grammar point “别提（有）多X了” (The structure “别提（有）多X了” emphasizing an extremely high degree) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
Study tip: read the examples aloud many times to build a natural reflex. Then try making your own sentences for your own situations. Use the audio button to hear and practice accurate pronunciation.
You can also view the full “” lesson to understand the related grammar and vocabulary more deeply.