English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "thought that we" Mean?
Learn what "thought that we" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Explain
we could do something completely different today.
This means the speaker had a different expectation for plans and is expressing mild disappointment or surprise.
From If Only You Were Mine, Episode 15
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they expected a different activity for the day.
Usage Scenario
Use it when plans change and you want to point out what you expected. It can sound passive-aggressive if said with a sharp tone.
Better ways to say it
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I thought we could do something completely different today.
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I thought we were going to do something different.
3
I thought today would be different.
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