Professional Ways to Say "i was told"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "i was told" with real scene examples.
company in a while, hence I'm here.
It means the speaker is saying the reason for their visit is that they heard the other person had been absent from work.
From Billionaire Daughter’S Love Triangle, Episode 12
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone explains they came because they heard the other person had not been going to the company recently.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a work or business context when explaining why you showed up. It sounds formal and a bit indirect, so it is not ideal for casual chat.
Better ways to say it
I was told you haven't been to the company in a while, so I'm here.
I heard you haven't been at the company lately, so I came by.
I'm here because I heard you've been away from the company.
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