English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i don't know what came over me" Mean?
Learn what "i don't know what came over me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
don't know what came over me. I guess
This means the speaker is saying they do not understand why they behaved that way.
From Married To My Brother’S Ex, Episode 44
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker admits they acted unusually or out of character.
Usage Scenario
Use it after a mistake, outburst, or strange action when you want to explain yourself. It is common in apologies and regret.
Better ways to say it
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I don't know what came over me.
2
I don't know what got into me.
3
Something came over me.
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