English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i gotta admit" Mean?
Learn what "i gotta admit" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I gotta admit, he's a tough son of a gun.
It means the person is very stubborn, hard to handle, or tough in a fight or argument.
From In Love With My Godfather's Daughter, Episode 51
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone admits that the other person is extremely difficult to deal with.
Usage Scenario
Use this in casual spoken English to describe a difficult person. It is informal and can sound rude, so it is not suitable for work or polite settings.
Better ways to say it
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He's a tough son of a gun.
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He's really tough to deal with.
3
I have to admit, he's tough.
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