you know
The phrase 'you know' is commonly used in informal speech to fill pauses, imply shared understanding, or seek confirmation.
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Definition
B2Conversation
(informal, filler)A phrase used to fill pauses or hesitations in speech.
Example
- I was thinking, you know, about what we discussed yesterday.
B2Conversation
(informal, seeking agreement)A phrase used to confirm understanding or agreement from the listener.
Example
- It's really important to save money, you know?
B2Conversation
(informal, implying)A phrase used to imply meaning without directly stating it.
Example
- She was really upset, you know, after the meeting.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "you know":
what do you knowknow aboutknow oflet's knowknow betterwho knows