THE IDIOM COLLECTION LEARN & PRACTISE
You can say that again
Understand the meaning. See it in context. Make it yours.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
I completely agree with what you just said.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- “That was a long meeting.” “You can say that again!”
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
Quick idiom quiz
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Can you recall the expression?
Complete the example using the expression from this lesson.
“That was a long meeting.” “________!”
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You can say that again — I completely agree with what you just said.
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Write one sentence using “You can say that again” about your own life.
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I completely agree with what you just said.
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When to use it
Use it as an enthusiastic response in informal conversation. It is especially useful when sharing a strong reaction to an experience.
More examples in context
- “These instructions need a clearer example.” “You can say that again.”
- “The volunteers did a wonderful job.” “You can say that again!”
Usage note
The listener is agreeing, not asking for a repetition. For an actual repetition, say “Could you say that again, please?”
A short conversation
A: Packing all those boxes took longer than expected.
B: You can say that again! I thought we would finish before lunch.
A: Let us leave more time next time.
One more practice question
What does “You can say that again!” mean as an idiomatic reply?
A. I strongly agree with you.
B. Please repeat because I did not hear you.
Check your answer
A. The idiom expresses agreement; it is not a request to hear the words again.
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Meaning and usage checked against Cambridge Dictionary. Explanations, examples and conversation are original.