English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "want you to" Mean?
Learn what "want you to" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I want you to listen to me very carefully Zoe,
This means the speaker wants the other person to pay very close attention.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 47
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is telling Zoe to pay close attention to what is being said.
Usage Scenario
Use this when the information is important or serious. It can sound impatient or controlling if used too often.
Better ways to say it
1
Listen to me very carefully.
2
I need you to listen carefully.
3
Please listen carefully.
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