English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i never knew" Mean?
Learn what "i never knew" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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English Phrases for Work
I never knew Thomas had the key to it.
It means the speaker is saying they were unaware that Thomas had access to it.
From The Inheritance Game, Episode 6
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is admitting they did not know Thomas had the key to something.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining new information or correcting a misunderstanding. It sounds natural in conversation, not as a formal statement.
Better ways to say it
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I never knew Thomas had the key.
2
I didn't know Thomas had the key to it.
3
I had no idea Thomas had it.
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