English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you are stronger" Mean?
Learn what "you are stronger" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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You are stronger than I gave you credit for, Elena.
This means the speaker underestimated the other person's strength or resilience.
From Two Worlds Apart, Episode 60
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone acknowledges that the other person is stronger than they expected.
Usage Scenario
Use this to admit respect after someone handles a hard situation well. It sounds sincere and slightly formal, so it works best in reflective conversations.
Better ways to say it
1
You're stronger than I gave you credit for.
2
I underestimated you.
3
You're stronger than I thought.
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