English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "knew you were" Mean?
Learn what "knew you were" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Rude
Firm
Confront
I knew you were too weak to do it.
It means the speaker believes the other person lacks the strength or courage to succeed.
From The Dumb Billionaire Heiress In Love Part Ii, Episode 51
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is insulting another person by calling them weak.
Usage Scenario
Use this only for understanding insulting or taunting speech. It is rude and can escalate conflict quickly.
Better ways to say it
1
I knew you were too weak to do it.
2
I knew you couldn't do it.
3
You're too weak to do it.
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