English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "think our parents" Mean?
Learn what "think our parents" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Advanced
Neutral
Firm
Joke
but I think our parents are
It is exaggerated humor meaning the parents are being extremely strict, annoying, or controlling.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 50
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is joking in an exaggerated way about their parents acting like they want to kill them.
Usage Scenario
Use this only as obvious exaggeration with close friends. It would sound shocking or inappropriate if taken literally.
Better ways to say it
1
I think our parents are trying to kill us.
2
My parents are trying to kill us.
3
They’re going to drive us crazy.
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