JasperOct 1, 20181 min readI see. Meaning: I understand. Examples: -You must take the local train. The express train skips our station! -I see. Thank you. -I can't eat...
JasperSep 1, 20181 min readRight?Meaning: Am I correct?/Double-check. Examples: -The train leaves at 1pm, right? (True Meaning: Am I correct?/double-check.) -Yes. -Taxis...
JasperJul 9, 20181 min readWorth it.Meaning: A good reward. (A good thing, or a good price.) Examples: -The coffee in this cafe is expensive. -Is it worth it? (True Meaning:...
JasperJun 14, 20181 min readSeriously? / Seriously. Seriously? / Seriously. Meaning: Is it true? / It is true. Examples: —I am quitting my job. —Seriously? (True meaning: Are you joking?)...
JasperMay 23, 20181 min readI don't know.Meaning: I do not know. / I disagree. Extra info: In very casual conversation, "I don't know" sounds like "I dunno." In very casual texts...
JasperMay 5, 20181 min readThat makes sense.Meaning: That is a good idea. I agree. Examples: -Let's have lunch after the movie. -That makes sense. -I don't like airports. -That...
JasperMay 5, 20181 min readI thought so.Meaning: That was my idea. I am right. I agree. Example: -What's the capital of Japan? -Tokyo. -I thought so. (True meaning: I am right.)...
JasperMay 5, 20181 min readAre You Sure?Meaning: Double check. Confirm. Make sure. Examples: -What time does the flight leave? -11am. -Are you sure? -Yes, I'm sure. -What time...