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Ways to Say "i should have" in English
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Intermediate
Polite
Soft
Express Gratitude
I should have complimented your humor a long time ago.
It means the speaker is giving a late compliment and admitting they should have said it sooner.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 16
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone belatedly compliments another person's humor.
Usage Scenario
Use this to compliment someone warmly after the fact. It sounds sincere and a little reflective, not formal.
Better ways to say it
1
I should have complimented your humor a long time ago.
2
I should have said you're funny sooner.
3
I should have told you that earlier.
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