English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i haven't been" Mean?
Learn what "i haven't been" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Apologize
I haven't been myself after what I have done I
Used to admit that guilt or a serious mistake has changed how you feel or behave.
From Conflicted Hearts, Episode 20
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker admits they have not felt like themselves after their actions.
Usage Scenario
Common in apologies or emotional confessions. It sounds reflective and remorseful, but not as direct as a plain apology.
Better ways to say it
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I haven't been myself after what I have done.
2
I haven't been myself.
3
I haven't been the same since what I did.
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