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You think you are wise

🇬🇧 UK //juː θɪŋk juː ɑː wʌɪz// 🇺🇸 US //ju θɪŋk ju ɑr waɪz//

Meaning of You think you are wise

You believe you have good judgment and knowledge.

In simple words: You believe you are knowledgeable.

You think you are wise in a sentence

• Sometimes, you think you are wise, but you still can make mistakes.
• You think you are wise, yet your actions suggest otherwise.
• In meetings, you often say, 'You think you are wise,' to spark discussion.
• When faced with challenges, remember: you think you are wise, but humility is important.
• Do you really believe you think you are wise, or is it just a facade?

How to use You think you are wise

Often used to reflect on someone's perceived wisdom. Suitable in general conversation but may sound condescending if used to challenge someone.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone nodding wisely, thinking deeply.

Related words

Collocations with You think you are wise

• think you are
• consider yourself wise
• believe you are knowledgeable

Synonyms for You think you are wise

• You consider yourself knowledgeable
• You deem yourself sagacious
• You see yourself as insightful

Common mistakes with You think you are wise

• Using it without context, making it unclear.
• Confusing it with 'You think you know everything.'
• Replacing 'wise' with 'smart' in informal settings.

Frequently asked questions about You think you are wise

What does You think you are wise mean?

You believe you are knowledgeable.

What is the definition of You think you are wise?

You believe you have good judgment and knowledge.

How do you use You think you are wise in a sentence?

Sometimes, you think you are wise, but you still can make mistakes.

Can you give another example of You think you are wise?

You think you are wise, yet your actions suggest otherwise.

What are synonyms for You think you are wise?

Common alternatives include You consider yourself knowledgeable, You deem yourself sagacious, You see yourself as insightful.

What words go with You think you are wise?

It commonly pairs with think you are, consider yourself wise, believe you are knowledgeable.

What are common mistakes when using You think you are wise?

Using it without context, making it unclear. Confusing it with 'You think you know everything.' Replacing 'wise' with 'smart' in informal settings.

How do you pronounce You think you are wise?

US: //ju θɪŋk ju ɑr waɪz//, UK: //juː θɪŋk juː ɑː wʌɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You think you are wise?

Often used to reflect on someone's perceived wisdom. Suitable in general conversation but may sound condescending if used to challenge someone.