English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "pretend to be interested in him" Mean?
Learn what "pretend to be interested in him" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Pretend to be interested in him.
It means the speaker wants someone to behave as if they like him, even if they do not.
From Billionaire’s Betrayal, Episode 14
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker tells someone to act interested in him for a reason.
Usage Scenario
Use this when talking about strategic or fake romantic behavior. It can sound manipulative or dishonest.
Better ways to say it
1
Pretend you're interested in him.
2
Act interested in him.
3
Just fake interest in him.
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