What Does "that's not what i meant" Mean?
Learn what "that's not what i meant" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
That...that's not what I meant.
This means the speaker wants to correct a wrong interpretation of what they said.
From Trial Marriage To A Billionaire Season 2, Episode 2
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone corrects a misunderstanding and says their words were interpreted wrongly.
Usage Scenario
Use it in everyday conversation or arguments when you want to clarify your meaning. It is common and natural in both casual and serious contexts.
Better ways to say it
That's not what I meant.
I didn't mean that.
You misunderstood me.
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