English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "listen to me" Mean?
Learn what "listen to me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Listen to me It's not what you think,ok?
This means 'You are misunderstanding the situation' and the speaker wants to correct that immediately.
From Good For Him, Episode 17
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He urgently tries to stop a misunderstanding and explain himself.
Usage Scenario
Use it when someone has the wrong idea about you or a situation. It is common in arguments, but the tone can sound defensive or desperate.
Better ways to say it
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It’s not what you think.
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Listen, that’s not what you think.
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Please, it’s not what you think.
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