English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i knew there was something fishy about you" Mean?

Learn what "i knew there was something fishy about you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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I knew there was something fishy about you

It means the speaker thought the other person seemed suspicious or dishonest.

From The Billionaire’S Vow, Episode 41

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone is saying they suspected the other person was hiding something or acting suspiciously.

Usage Scenario

Use this when talking about suspicious behavior or a feeling that someone is hiding the truth. It is informal and can sound accusatory.

Better ways to say it

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I knew there was something fishy about you.
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Something about you seemed fishy.
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I suspected you were hiding something.

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