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If you know what I mean

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25 June 2026

If you know what I mean

We use this expression to give an indirect example or partial explanation because we think the listener understands.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

What did you think of the restaurant?

Well, the chef's not going to win any prizes, if you know what I mean.

Example 2

Why didn't you like the film?

It was all sex, drugs and a dead body every five minutes, if you know what I mean.

Ah - not a very relaxing film, then.

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