English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "there's plenty more fish in the sea" Mean?
Learn what "there's plenty more fish in the sea" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Reassure
There's plenty more fish in the sea.
A common way to say there are many other people available if one relationship fails.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 29
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker offers comfort by saying there are many other possible partners.
Usage Scenario
Use this to comfort someone after a breakup or rejection. It is common but can sound dismissive if the person is still hurt.
Better ways to say it
1
There's plenty more fish in the sea.
2
There are plenty more fish in the sea.
3
You'll find someone else.
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