English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i could have" Mean?
Learn what "i could have" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I could have sworn I saw
It means the speaker is strongly sure they saw evidence that someone was there.
From The Mistress Trap, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they thought they saw another person living there the night before.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to emphasize that you are almost certain about what you saw. It is more natural in storytelling or investigation than in casual conversation.
Better ways to say it
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I could have sworn I saw someone living here last night.
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I thought I saw someone here last night.
3
I'm sure I saw someone here.
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