English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i've been blind" Mean?
Learn what "i've been blind" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I've been blind since I was four years old.
It means the person lost sight at age four and has been blind ever since.
From Camouflage, Episode 14
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker talks about being blind from a very young age.
Usage Scenario
Use this to describe a long-term medical or personal condition. It is clear and natural in everyday speech, interviews, or personal introductions.
Better ways to say it
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I've been blind since I was four.
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I lost my sight when I was four.
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I've been blind since age four.
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