English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "thought you are" Mean?

Learn what "thought you are" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
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Complain

I thought you are the man with the plan.

It means the speaker thought the other person was supposed to be organized and have a plan.

From She Is Mine, Episode 47

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker is criticizing someone who was expected to have a plan.

Usage Scenario

Use this sarcastically when someone fails to lead or prepare. It can sound mocking and dismissive.

Better ways to say it

1
I thought you were the one with the plan.
2
Aren't you supposed to have a plan?
3
I expected you to have this figured out.

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