English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we have a common taste in novels" Mean?
Learn what "we have a common taste in novels" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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We have a common taste in novels.
It means the two people enjoy the same kinds of novels.
From Camouflage, Episode 25
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they share the same taste in books.
Usage Scenario
Use this in conversation to point out a shared interest. It works well for small talk or early dating, but sounds a bit formal in casual speech.
Better ways to say it
1
We have similar taste in novels.
2
We like the same books.
3
We have the same taste in fiction.
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