I hear what you're saying, and I hear you
I hear what you're saying
I acknowledge what you have said and am sympathetic to it. The phrase is sometimes used as a prelude to disagreeing with what has been said. I hear what you're saying, honey. I know you're in a lot of pain right now. I hear what you're saying, but we just can't afford to make any big changes like that at this time.
See also: hear, saying, what
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
I hear what you're saying, and I hear you.
1. I know exactly what you mean! John: The prices in this place are a bit steep. Jane: Man, I hear you! Bill: I think it's about time for the whole management team to resign! Andrew: I hear what you're saying.
2. an expression indicating that the speaker has been heard, but implying that there is no agreement. Tom: Time has come to do something about that ailing dog of yours. Mary: I hear what you're saying. Jane: It would be a good idea to have the house painted. John: I hear what you're saying.
See also: and, hear, what
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- I hear what you are saying
- I hear what you're saying
- I hear you
- I hear you.
- youre
- how about
- how/what about...?
- eggs is eggs
- How long is a piece of string?
- made in China