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UK//juː nəʊ huː wiː ɑː//US//ju noʊ hu wi ɑr//

Meaning of You know who we are

A rhetorical phrase asserting someone's identity or reputation.

In simple words: A phrase used to remind someone of their identity or status.

You know who we are in a sentence

  • When they entered the room, she smirked and said, 'You know who we are.'
  • 'You know who we are,' he reminded his rivals with confidence at the competition.
  • 'You know who we are,' she said with a grin, confident in their friendship.
  • In response to the surprise guest, he confidently stated, 'You know who we are.'
  • As they approached the home, the leader exclaimed, 'You know who we are!' to the guards.

How to use You know who we are

Often used in casual conversations or when establishing familiarity. Avoid in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine a detective saying, 'You know the culprits already!'

Related words

Collocations with You know who we are

Synonyms for You know who we are

  • We are familiar
  • You recognize us
  • You remember us

Common mistakes with You know who we are

  • Used too formally for serious situations.
  • Omitting 'who' can make it sound incomplete.
  • Misusing it when the listener genuinely does not know.

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Frequently asked questions about You know who we are

What does You know who we are mean?

A phrase used to remind someone of their identity or status.

What is the definition of You know who we are?

A rhetorical phrase asserting someone's identity or reputation.

How do you use You know who we are in a sentence?

When they entered the room, she smirked and said, 'You know who we are.'

Can you give another example of You know who we are?

'You know who we are,' he reminded his rivals with confidence at the competition.

What are synonyms for You know who we are?

Common alternatives include We are familiar, You recognize us, You remember us.

What words go with You know who we are?

It commonly pairs with you know who we are, you know who, we are friends.

What are common mistakes when using You know who we are?

Used too formally for serious situations. Omitting 'who' can make it sound incomplete. Misusing it when the listener genuinely does not know.

How do you pronounce You know who we are?

US: //ju noʊ hu wi ɑr//, UK: //juː nəʊ huː wiː ɑː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You know who we are?

Often used in casual conversations or when establishing familiarity. Avoid in formal contexts.