English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "something was bothering me" Mean?
Learn what "something was bothering me" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Explain
Yeah, something was bothering me.
It means the speaker had a problem, worry, or thought that was upsetting them.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 13
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is saying something was troubling them internally.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain why you felt uneasy or distracted. It is very common and works in many everyday situations.
Better ways to say it
1
Something was bothering me.
2
I was bothered by something.
3
Something was on my mind.
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