English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i can't believe" Mean?

Learn what "i can't believe" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Complain

your father about me, Ann.

This means the speaker is upset that private information was shared with a parent.

From The Escaping Mistress, Episode 23

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone reacts angrily to the other person telling their father about them.

Usage Scenario

Use it in a relationship or family conflict when privacy has been broken. It sounds emotional and somewhat accusatory.

Better ways to say it

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I can't believe you told your father about me.
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You told your father about me?
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I can't believe you told him about me.

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