English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i didn't think you were serious" Mean?

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

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I didn't think you were serious.

The speaker is explaining that they did not take the other person seriously.

From The Mistress Trap, Episode 10

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is saying they did not believe the other person was serious.

Usage Scenario

Use this when defending yourself after misunderstanding someone's words or intentions. It is common in arguments or awkward conversations.

Better ways to say it

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I didn't think you were serious.
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I thought you were joking.
3
I didn't know you were serious.

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