English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i didn't know" Mean?

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

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Joke

I didn't know you

It means the speaker is joking that the other person is kinder or more emotionally sensitive than expected.

From Collateral Hearts, Episode 58

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is teasing another person for being unexpectedly kind or sentimental.

Usage Scenario

Use this with friends or someone close when teasing them affectionately. It can sound sarcastic if the tone is dry, so avoid it in formal situations.

Better ways to say it

1
You have a soft heart.
2
I didn't know you were so kind.
3
You're softer than I thought.

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