English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "know this may" Mean?
Learn what "know this may" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Polite
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I know this may sound like an odd question,
This is a polite way to introduce a question that may seem unusual.
From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part Ii, Episode 38
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker warns that their next question may sound strange.
Usage Scenario
Use it before asking a personal or unexpected question. It helps soften the opening, but it is not a complete question by itself.
Better ways to say it
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I know this may sound like an odd question.
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This may sound like an odd question.
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Can I ask you something odd?
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