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I'm telling you

🇬🇧 UK //aɪm ˈtɛlɪŋ jʊ// 🇺🇸 US //aɪm ˈtɛlɪŋ ju//

Meaning of I'm telling you

A phrase used to assert that something you are saying is the truth.

In simple words: I promise this is true.

I'm telling you in a sentence

• I'm telling you, this movie is worth watching!
• Seriously, I'm telling you, you need to try this restaurant.
• I'm telling you, it was the best day of my life.
• If I were you, I'm telling you to take that job.
• I'm telling you, he won't let you down.

How to use I'm telling you

Used to emphasize that what you're saying is true or important. More casual; avoid in formal speech.

Grammar pattern

telling + object

Memory hint

Think of telling your friend something important to convince them.

Related words

Collocations with I'm telling you

• I'm telling you the truth
• I'm telling you right now
• I'm telling you this for a reason

Synonyms for I'm telling you

• trust me
• I'm serious
• no joke
• believe me

Common mistakes with I'm telling you

• Confusing with 'I told you' when referring to past discussions.
• Using it in overly formal situations.
• Omitting 'you' or changing the order.

Frequently asked questions about I'm telling you

What does I'm telling you mean?

I promise this is true.

What is the definition of I'm telling you?

A phrase used to assert that something you are saying is the truth.

How do you use I'm telling you in a sentence?

I'm telling you, this movie is worth watching!

Can you give another example of I'm telling you?

Seriously, I'm telling you, you need to try this restaurant.

What are synonyms for I'm telling you?

Common alternatives include trust me, I'm serious, no joke, believe me.

What words go with I'm telling you?

It commonly pairs with I'm telling you the truth, I'm telling you right now, I'm telling you this for a reason.

What are common mistakes when using I'm telling you?

Confusing with 'I told you' when referring to past discussions. Using it in overly formal situations. Omitting 'you' or changing the order.

How do you pronounce I'm telling you?

US: //aɪm ˈtɛlɪŋ ju//, UK: //aɪm ˈtɛlɪŋ jʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I'm telling you formal or informal?

"I'm telling you" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I'm telling you?

Used to emphasize that what you're saying is true or important. More casual; avoid in formal speech.