English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i thought you were still asleep" Mean?
Learn what "i thought you were still asleep" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I thought you were still asleep.
This means the speaker assumed the other person was still sleeping.
From Billionaire’s Betrayal, Episode 36
When do people say this?
Scene Context
One person explains why they were surprised to find the other person awake.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain a mistaken assumption in a calm, everyday conversation. It can sound a little awkward if you are trying to cover up something suspicious.
Better ways to say it
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I thought you were asleep.
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I thought you were still sleeping.
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I thought you were asleep already.
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