English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i'm not trying to humiliate you" Mean?
Learn what "i'm not trying to humiliate you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Reassure
I'm not trying to humiliate you.
This means the speaker is saying they are not trying to shame or embarrass the other person.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 44
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker denies trying to shame the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this to calm down a tense conversation and explain your intention. It may sound defensive if the other person already feels hurt.
Better ways to say it
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I'm not trying to humiliate you.
2
I don't mean to embarrass you.
3
I'm not trying to make you feel ashamed.
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