English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "this is not" Mean?
Learn what "this is not" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt
play these silly pranks.
This means the behavior seems unusual for that person.
From In Her Shadow, Episode 33
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is saying a person's behavior does not fit their character.
Usage Scenario
Use it when something seems unlike someone's normal behavior. It is useful for explaining surprise or suspicion, but it is not very reusable as a standalone search phrase.
Better ways to say it
1
This isn't like her.
2
She's not the type to do that.
3
This seems out of character for her.
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