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you know what I mean

fixed conversational idiom B1 fixed conversational idiom

Used to check if the listener understands the speaker's implied meaning or sentiment, or to clarify a somewhat vague statement without having to explain it further.

you know what I mean: Used to check if the listener understands the speaker's implied meaning or sentiment, or to clarify a…

Definition

'you know what I mean' is a common English collocation. Used to check if the listener understands the speaker's implied meaning or sentiment, or to clarify a somewhat vague statement without having to explain it further.

you + know + what I mean

“She's always so particular about her coffee, you know what I mean?”

Examples

  • It's not easy to explain, but it just felt wrong, you know what I mean?
  • The concert was absolutely wild, the energy was incredible, you know what I mean?
  • Sometimes you just need a quiet evening at home with a good book, you know what I mean?
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  • He always tries to impress everyone, but it comes off as a bit desperate, you know what I mean?
  • We had to cut the budget, so some features were simplified, you know what I mean?
  • After working all day, I'm just too tired to cook, you know what I mean?
  • The new policy is designed to streamline processes, not complicate them, you know what I mean?
  • Her subtle hints were quite clear to anyone paying attention, you know what I mean?
  • Living in a big city has its perks, but the constant noise can be overwhelming, you know what I mean?
  • It's a delicate situation that requires careful handling to avoid offense, you know what I mean?

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