English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it could have been him" Mean?
Learn what "it could have been him" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It could have been him.
This means the speaker thinks he may have been the person involved.
From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part I, Episode 44
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker suggests a possible person responsible for something.
Usage Scenario
Use it when making a tentative guess about who did something. It is neutral and often used when you are not sure.
Better ways to say it
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It could have been him.
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Maybe it was him.
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It might have been him.
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