English phrase from drama scenes

Polite Ways to Say "we're just getting"

Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "we're just getting" with real scene examples.

Intermediate
Polite
Soft
Reassure

We're just getting to know each other, mom,

It means the relationship is still new and the speaker wants to move slowly.

From Honey Gold, Episode 49

When do people say this?

Scene Context

A speaker tells a parent they are only getting to know someone and want to take things slowly.

Usage Scenario

Use this when explaining a new relationship to a parent or someone who is pressuring you. It is polite and reassuring.

Better ways to say it

1
We're taking things slow.
2
We're just getting to know each other.
3
We want to take it slow.

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