Meaning of the word "Put words in my mouth" in English

What does "Put words in my mouth" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Put words in my mouth

US /pʊt wɜrdz ɪn maɪ maʊθ/
UK /pʊt wɜrdz ɪn maɪ maʊθ/

Idiom

to suggest that someone meant something that they did not say, or to misrepresent what someone said

Example:
Don't put words in my mouth; I never said I wanted to quit.
He's always trying to put words in my mouth to make me look bad.