What Does "hope you don't" Mean?
Learn what "hope you don't" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I'm gonna record this.
It means the speaker is asking permission in a polite, indirect way before recording.
From Killer Romance, Episode 27
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker politely says they are about to record something and wants to avoid offending the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this before audio or video recording in a meeting, class, or conversation. It can sound awkward if you say it too casually or without context.
Better ways to say it
Do you mind if I record this?
I hope you don’t mind, I’m going to record this.
Can I record this?
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