What Does "of course he" Mean?
Learn what "of course he" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Of course, he declined, as I knew he would.
It means the speaker was not surprised that the person said no.
From Mafia Lord'S Son Has Secret Love For His Stepmom, Episode 33
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone comments that another person refused an offer, and they say they expected that outcome.
Usage Scenario
Use this when explaining an expected refusal or outcome. It sounds natural in conversation but is not a standalone phrase most learners would search for.
Better ways to say it
I knew he would decline.
Of course he said no.
I expected him to refuse.
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