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What Does "i didn't know you were awake" Mean?

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

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Apologize

I didn't know you were... you were awake.

It means the speaker was unaware the other person was already awake.

From Lost And Found, Episode 53

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone realizes the other person has been awake the whole time.

Usage Scenario

Use this as a simple explanation or light apology when you didn't realize someone was there or listening. It is natural and common in everyday speech.

Better ways to say it

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I didn't know you were awake.
2
Sorry, I didn't know you were awake.
3
I didn't realize you were awake.

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