English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "thought that there's" Mean?

Learn what "thought that there's" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt

I thought that there's something special

It means the speaker believed the relationship had special meaning, but now thinks they were mistaken.

From Twist Of Time, Episode 25

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone realizes a hoped-for special connection may not be real.

Usage Scenario

Use this in emotional relationship conversations when expressing disappointment or heartbreak. It sounds vulnerable and is not casual everyday small talk.

Better ways to say it

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I thought there was something special between us.
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I thought we had something special.
3
It seems like I was wrong about us.

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