English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it's not what it looks like" Mean?
Learn what "it's not what it looks like" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It's not what it looks like.
This means the situation seems one way, but the speaker wants to say the truth is different.
From She Is Mine, Episode 37
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is trying to explain that the situation is being misread.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you need to defend yourself after looking guilty or suspicious. It is very common in drama and everyday explanations.
Better ways to say it
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It's not what it looks like.
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It's not what it seems.
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You misunderstand.
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