English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "thought you were" Mean?
Learn what "thought you were" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Express Doubt
I thought you were one of the good guys…
It means the speaker expected the other person to behave better and feels let down.
From Good For Him, Episode 41
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they were disappointed because they thought the other person was better than this.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when you feel betrayed or disappointed. It sounds emotional and accusatory, so it can be harsh.
Better ways to say it
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I thought you were one of the good guys.
2
I thought you were a good guy.
3
I thought you were better than this.
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