English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i have a family to think about" Mean?
Learn what "i have a family to think about" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Emma, I have a family to think about, okay?
It means the speaker is saying family responsibilities affect their decision.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 58
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is justifying their decision by pointing to family responsibilities.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining why you cannot do something or must choose carefully. It can sound defensive in an argument.
Better ways to say it
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I have a family to think about.
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I need to think about my family.
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I have my family to consider.
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