English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "why didn't you say it was you" Mean?
Learn what "why didn't you say it was you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Why didn't you say it was you?
It means the speaker wants to know why the other person did not reveal their identity earlier.
From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone asks why the other person did not admit it sooner.
Usage Scenario
Use this when confronting someone about hiding who they were. It can sound accusatory depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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Why didn't you say it was you?
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Why didn't you tell me it was you?
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Why didn't you admit it was you?
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