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Ways to Say "i can tell" in English

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Ava, I can tell by your voice that something's going on.

This means the speaker senses that the other person is hiding a problem or feeling upset.

From Never Mess With A Badass Girl, Episode 4

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone notices from the other person's voice that something is wrong.

Usage Scenario

Use it when you think someone is not okay and you want them to open up. It can feel intrusive if said too directly.

Better ways to say it

1
I can tell something's going on.
2
Your voice sounds off.
3
I know something is wrong.

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