English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "he wanted to" Mean?

Learn what "he wanted to" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

married, and I'm not ready, so...

It means the speaker was not prepared to commit to marriage even though the other person wanted it.

From The Billionaire’S Lost Love, Episode 12

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker admits that one person wanted marriage but they were not ready.

Usage Scenario

Use this in a relationship or breakup context when explaining hesitation about marriage. It is natural, but emotionally sensitive.

Better ways to say it

1
He wanted to get married, but I’m not ready.
2
I’m not ready to get married.
3
He wanted marriage, and I wasn’t ready.

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