English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i told you she couldn't be trusted" Mean?

Learn what "i told you she couldn't be trusted" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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I told you she couldn't be trusted.

It means the speaker is saying they gave a warning earlier and now that warning has proved true.

From Married To A Stranger, Episode 57

When do people say this?

Scene Context

One person reminds another that they had already warned them not to trust someone.

Usage Scenario

Use this after someone ignores your advice and things go wrong. It can sound accusatory or smug.

Better ways to say it

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I told you she couldn't be trusted.
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I warned you she couldn't be trusted.
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You shouldn't have trusted her.

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