English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i just meant" Mean?
Learn what "i just meant" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Explain
hear what's bothering you.
It means the speaker wants to know what is upsetting the other person.
From The Crown, Episode 28
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone clarifies that they were trying to understand what is bothering the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you are trying to open a conversation about someone's problems. It can sound caring, but in a tense moment it may also sound defensive.
Better ways to say it
1
I just meant I want to hear what's bothering you.
2
I want to know what's wrong.
3
I'm trying to understand what's upsetting you.
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