What Does "i don't want to lead you on" Mean?
Learn what "i don't want to lead you on" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I don't want to lead you on.
This means the speaker does not want to act interested when they are not fully serious romantically.
From Duty Or Desire, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is trying to be honest about not wanting to give false romantic hope.
Usage Scenario
Use this in dating or relationship situations when you want to be honest and avoid misleading someone. It is usually polite but emotionally uncomfortable.
Better ways to say it
I don’t want to lead you on.
I don’t want to give you false hope.
I don’t want to send the wrong message.
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