English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i know it's" Mean?
Learn what "i know it's" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I know it's quite basic, but it's all I have.
It means the speaker is offering the only thing they have, even though it is not much.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 32
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is apologetically admitting that what they have is plain or unimpressive.
Usage Scenario
Use this when offering something modest and wanting to sound humble. It can be slightly self-deprecating, so it works best in personal conversations.
Better ways to say it
1
I know it's quite basic, but it's all I have.
2
It's basic, but it's all I have.
3
This is all I have.
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