20 Best Replies To “Grow Up” (Funny Comebacks)

Have you ever been told to “Grow up?”. It’s never nice being made to feel as though you are not very mature, or that there is something wrong with you. It’s one of those insults that it sometimes feels like there is no response to. But today, we’ll give you ten ways you can reply to “Grow up”.

Why Do People Say “Grow Up”?

The most common time that someone will tell you to grow up is when they are annoyed at you.

Most of us like to think we can get along with and tolerate most other adults. Therefore, if there is someone who we are unable to get along with, it must be because they are not a very mature person.

You might also say it as a joke, in a friendly and banterous manner. For example, if you have an adult friend who likes to watch cartoons or superhero movies.

The most common type of actions that earn you a “grow up” are childish actions. Maybe you’ve been playing too many pranks. Or, perhaps you are unemployed and you spend all your time playing video games.

Saying something stupid can often also earn you a “grow up”. If you have an idea that the world revolves around you, being told to grow up can be painful.

And finally, if you cheat on a romantic partner and then try to justify it with “you don’t understand” or “I was in the wrong headspace”, you will probably be told to “grow up”.

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Is It Rude To Say “Grow Up?”

The question of is it rude is very subjective. The person saying it almost always thinks it’s not. But, the person who’s having it said to them always thinks it is.

Most of us like to think of ourselves as upstanding, and mature citizens. So, when we are told that we’re not, and there is something that needs to be changed about us, it can often come as a shock, and much of the time, we can even be in denial of it.

Sometimes “grow up” might be rude unintentionally. For example, you may say it to someone who likes to play video games, not knowing that they plan them after they spend 16 hours at work. Or, you may think that someone is immature simply because they have a different opinion to you.

But, others would argue that “rude” isn’t always a bad thing. If something needs to be said, it may be rude to say it, but that doesn’t take away from how important it is to say.

Funny Comebacks

1. And End Up Like You? No Thanks

Maybe the person who’s telling you to grow up isn’t a very nice person, in which case, you don’t want to grow up if doing so means becoming like them.

2. Oh, I Grew Up When I (Insert Example)

Maybe you feel as though an event in your life has already made you grow. In that case, let them know the event so they can understand. Maybe you grew up when you had to pay off a mortgage at a young age. Or, when you started your own business.

3. And How Should I Do That?

Does this person know what it means to be a grown-up? If they do, this will be their chance to explain it to you.

4. Yes, How Childish Of Me To (insert What You’ve Done)

If you ever feel as though what you’ve done is not immature, then explain it to them. For example, you might say “Yes, how childish of me to play some video games after working for 13 hours”.

5. Who Pays The Bills Around Here?

If you already contribute your part, let it be known. How are you not a grown up if you’re the one paying the bills. If the other person is so “grown up”, perhaps they should be the one to pay the bills.

6. Growing Old Is Inevitable, Growing Up Is Optional

A cute but funny idiom about how even though you might grow old, you don’t have to grow up. And being told to “grow up” isn’t going to change that.

7. Don’t Take Life Too Seriously, No One Gets Out Alive

Another funny idiom. What’s the point in being serious all the time if you’re just going to die at the end of it. Do you want to be remembered for being serious all the time?

8. You’re Only Young Once. But You Can Be Immature Forever

Even though your body might grow older, your mind will forever be in the same place. And being told to “grow up” isn’t going to change that.

9. I Need To Do Stupid Things While I’m Young, Or I’ll Have Nothing To Smile About When I’m Old

This one only works if you’re younger than 40. But, old people like to talk about the mistakes they made in their youth. How will you ever do that if you’re not out there being stupid?

10. I’m Sorry That We Can’t All Be Stuck Up Like You

Do you need to grow up? Or does the person saying it need to learn to have fun? This one shifts the blame from you to the other person.

11. Oh Right. Everyone Who Doesn’t Agree With You On Everything Must Be Childish And Immature.

Some people like to accuse everyone of being childish- just because they disagree on some things. Disagreeing with someone does not make them more or less mature than you are.

12. Maybe That’s Your Problem. You’ve Outgrown Me

Sometimes people outgrow one another. Someone who used to be the love of your life can just become a pain. And there are times when we grow, and those around us stay where they are.

13. Sorry, I Forgot That Grown-ups Aren’t Supposed To Have Fun

Who said that just because you’ve reached a certain age, it means you’re not allowed to have a bit of fun sometimes? Don’t think that having fun is only for the youngsters.

14. NEVER!

This reply is funny because it sounds like the kind of thing that a child would say- making it very clear that you have no intention of ever growing up.

15. But The Great Thing About Being An Adult Is That I Don’t Have To

As kids, we have to do what our parents say- clean our rooms, eat healthily, go to school. But when you are an adult, you can do what you like. You don’t need to grow up, because you can now choose to do what you want.

16. The World Has Changed. Maybe It’s Time You Changed With It

This reply is brilliant when someone who doesn’t understand the modern world tells you to grow up. For example, maybe you’re worrying about things like social media.

17. No, I Quite Like Life How It Is

If being childish is hurting you- grow up. But if you are enjoying living life as a man-child, then there seems to be little purpose in growing up. So long as you are fulfilling all of your responsibilities, and are not harming anyone.

18. But Then I Couldn’t Get Away With Doing This

The great thing about not being grown-up is that you can get away with more. So, surely you would want to stay as a child for as long as possible?

19. I Am. How Did You Think I Got These Beers?

To buy beer, you need to be at least 18 (or 21 depending on where you live). Therefore, someone who has not grown up will not be allowed to buy beers. Of course, this is a humorous response.

20. Maybe One Day.

Who’s to say that you will never grow up? Just because you aren’t ready to grow up just yet, that does not mean that you’re trapped in an eternal state of childishness.

How To Choose Your Answer

If you’ve looked at that list and you’re wondering which one you should use, let me give you some advice.

The first thing you need to determine is whether they are joking or being serious. If they are joking, the last thing you’ll want to do is reply seriously as this can hurt the humour of the conversation.

If they are being serious, do you want to calm the flames or make things worse? Making things worse does mean you’ve stood up for yourself but there will be times when it’s best to just let someone wallow in their self-pity.

You can make things worse by making a joke out of the situation, or you can let them know that the issue is when they are, and not with you.

You also need to think about whether or not they are justified in telling you to grow up. Perhaps they’re right, and you need to deal with your peter pan syndrome.

Conclusion

And there we have 20 of the funniest ways that you can respond to someone who tells you to “grow up”.

Hopefully, next time you’re met with such an insult, you won’t be left lost for words, and you’ll be able to rely on one of these zingers.