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I'm getting the feeling

🇬🇧 UK //aɪm ˈɡɛtɪŋ ðə ˈfiːlɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //aɪm ˈɡɛtɪŋ ðə ˈfiːlɪŋ//

Meaning of I'm getting the feeling

I am starting to sense or perceive an emotion or intuition.

In simple words: I have a sense or emotion about something.

I'm getting the feeling in a sentence

• I'm getting the feeling that something is not right.
• I'm getting the feeling he might not come to the party.
• I’m getting the feeling I forgot something important.
• As the meeting went on, I began getting the feeling of tension in the room.
• I'm getting the feeling that she's upset about the news.

How to use I'm getting the feeling

Use in informal conversations to express intuition or emotional awareness. Avoid in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine a car slowly getting a feeling about a destination as it drives.

The Sopranos › S1 E1

But lately, I'm getting the feeling

Related words

Collocations with I'm getting the feeling

• getting the feeling of
• getting the feeling that
• getting the feeling something
• getting the strong feeling

Synonyms for I'm getting the feeling

• I sense
• I feel
• I have a hunch
• I perceive

Common mistakes with I'm getting the feeling

• Confusing with 'I feel' - 'I'm getting the feeling' suggests a gradual awareness, not just a direct feeling.
• Using it too formally - this phrase is better suited for casual discussions.

Frequently asked questions about "I'm getting the feeling"

What does "I'm getting the feeling" mean?

I have a sense or emotion about something.

What is the definition of "I'm getting the feeling"?

I am starting to sense or perceive an emotion or intuition.

How do you use "I'm getting the feeling" in a sentence?

I'm getting the feeling that something is not right.

Can you give another example of "I'm getting the feeling"?

I'm getting the feeling he might not come to the party.

What are synonyms for "I'm getting the feeling"?

Common alternatives include I sense, I feel, I have a hunch, I perceive.

What words go with "I'm getting the feeling"?

It commonly pairs with getting the feeling of, getting the feeling that, getting the feeling something, getting the strong feeling.

What are common mistakes when using "I'm getting the feeling"?

Confusing with 'I feel' - 'I'm getting the feeling' suggests a gradual awareness, not just a direct feeling. Using it too formally - this phrase is better suited for casual discussions.

How do you pronounce "I'm getting the feeling"?

US: //aɪm ˈɡɛtɪŋ ðə ˈfiːlɪŋ//, UK: //aɪm ˈɡɛtɪŋ ðə ˈfiːlɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "I'm getting the feeling"?

Use in informal conversations to express intuition or emotional awareness. Avoid in formal contexts.