English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we all know but legally it's not yours" Mean?
Learn what "we all know but legally it's not yours" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Confront
We all know, but legally it's not yours.
This means the speaker is challenging the other person's claim to ownership.
From Do Not Deceive Me, Episode 8
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker argues that everyone knows the truth but the property is not legally owned by the other person.
Usage Scenario
Use this in disputes about ownership or rights. It sounds firm and legalistic, so it may feel harsh in casual conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
We all know, but legally it’s not yours.
2
It’s not yours legally.
3
Legally, it’s not yours.
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