What Does "but i must" Mean?
Learn what "but i must" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
But I must say I'm surprised to see you here.
It is a polite way to say you did not expect to see someone.
From Why I Did It, Episode 19
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they are surprised to see the other person there.
Usage Scenario
Use this as a neutral greeting when meeting someone unexpectedly. It can sound friendly or slightly stiff depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
I must say I'm surprised to see you here.
I'm surprised to see you here.
What a surprise to see you here.
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