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UK//aɪ θɔːt jʊ maɪt seɪ ðæt//US//aɪ θɔt jʊ maɪt seɪ ðæt//

Meaning of I thought you might say that

A phrase used when you expect someone to respond in a certain way.

In simple words: A way to express that you expected someone to say something.

I thought you might say that in a sentence

  • When she suggested the movie, I thought you might say that.
  • I brought up the topic because I thought you might say that.
  • After hearing his opinion, I thought you might say that.
  • When he hesitated, I thought you might say that was a bad idea.
  • After reading the book, I thought you might say that your favorite character is John.

How to use I thought you might say that

Use this phrase in conversations when you anticipate a response. It's suitable for informal chats but can be adapted for more formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine a thought bubble with 'I knew you'd say that!'

Related words

Collocations with I thought you might say that

  • thought you might
  • say that to
  • I thought you might

Synonyms for I thought you might say that

  • I expected you to say that
  • I assumed you would say that
  • I figured you might say that

Common mistakes with I thought you might say that

  • Using 'might' incorrectly; it's about possibility, not certainty.
  • Confusing with 'I thought you would say that'; 'might' is less certain.
  • Omitting 'you'; saying 'I thought might say that' is incorrect.

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Frequently asked questions about I thought you might say that

What does I thought you might say that mean?

A way to express that you expected someone to say something.

What is the definition of I thought you might say that?

A phrase used when you expect someone to respond in a certain way.

How do you use I thought you might say that in a sentence?

When she suggested the movie, I thought you might say that.

Can you give another example of I thought you might say that?

I brought up the topic because I thought you might say that.

What are synonyms for I thought you might say that?

Common alternatives include I expected you to say that, I assumed you would say that, I figured you might say that.

What words go with I thought you might say that?

It commonly pairs with thought you might, say that to, I thought you might.

What are common mistakes when using I thought you might say that?

Using 'might' incorrectly; it's about possibility, not certainty. Confusing with 'I thought you would say that'; 'might' is less certain. Omitting 'you'; saying 'I thought might say that' is incorrect.

How do you pronounce I thought you might say that?

US: //aɪ θɔt jʊ maɪt seɪ ðæt//, UK: //aɪ θɔːt jʊ maɪt seɪ ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I thought you might say that?

Use this phrase in conversations when you anticipate a response. It's suitable for informal chats but can be adapted for more formal situations.