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# i hear what you're saying

phrase (idiom, fixed sentence; also I hear you)

«i hear what you're saying» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

1. (euphemism, polite) I understand your point, but I do not agree or will not do what you want.
2. (literal) I am listening and I understand you.

### In the lessons

Used in meetings, arguments and with customers to sound polite and calm while turning someone down or disagreeing. In the UK it is famous as a phrase that often means «I disagree and don't want to discuss it further». Register: polite, workplace, everyday; all regions.

### Examples

- I hear what you're saying, but the answer is still no.
- Manager: I hear what you're saying, and we'll look at it next term.
- I hear what you're saying, Mum, but everyone else is going.
- Chat: «i hear what you're saying» = nope
- The coach said, «I hear what you're saying, but you still have to run the laps.»
- I hear what you're saying — let me think about it.
- Customer service: I hear what you're saying, and I'm sorry for the trouble.

### Note

Do not take it as agreement; it usually comes before «but». Said in a flat voice it can sound cold or dismissive. Sometimes it is sincere and only means «I understand». Plain meaning: I understand, but I disagree.