Collocation
I've heard a lot about you.
I know things about you from other people's accounts or from your reputation, often used as an icebreaker when meeting someone.
Definition
'I've heard a lot about you.' is a common English collocation. I know things about you from other people's accounts or from your reputation, often used as an icebreaker when meeting someone.
I've heard a lot about + [person/thing]
“When we finally met, I said, 'I've heard a lot about you!'”
Examples
- When John introduced us, I immediately said, 'I've heard a lot about you! It's a pleasure to finally meet.'
- The CEO smiled and extended his hand, 'I've heard a lot about you, Ms. Chen. Welcome to the team.'
- At the conference, many attendees approached the keynote speaker, saying, 'I've heard a lot about you and your groundbreaking research.'
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- She introduced herself, and he responded, 'Ah, yes, I've heard a lot about you from Sarah; she speaks very highly.'
- Before the interview, the manager began, 'I've heard a lot about you and your impressive work experience.'
- I approached the artist at the gallery opening and commented, 'I've heard a lot about you; your work is truly captivating.'
- Stepping into the new town, people would often greet her by saying, 'I've heard a lot about you since you moved here.'
- The professor nodded thoughtfully. 'Indeed, I've heard a lot about you from your former mentor, and they recommended you highly.'
- He's just joined the debate team, and already the other schools are saying, 'We've heard a lot about you and your persuasive arguments.'
- The restaurant owner thanked the food critic, 'I've heard a lot about you, and I appreciate your honest review.'
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