Get somebody wrong

phrase

To not understand someone correctly.

I'm sorry, I think I got you wrong. Can you repeat what you said?
Visual representation of "get somebody wrong" - To not understand someone correctly

Often appears as...

  • don't get me wrong
  • i think you got me wrong

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

To form a false or incorrect impression about someone.

He's actually really nice, you've got him all wrong.
Visual representation of "get somebody wrong" - To form a false or incorrect impression about someone

Often appears as...

  • you've got her wrong
  • people often get him wrong

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

To not understand someone correctly.

I'm sorry, I think I got you wrong. Can you repeat what you said?
Visual representation of "get somebody wrong" - To not understand someone correctly

Often appears as...

  • don't get me wrong
  • i think you got me wrong

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

To form a false or incorrect impression about someone.

He's actually really nice, you've got him all wrong.
Visual representation of "get somebody wrong" - To form a false or incorrect impression about someone

Often appears as...

  • you've got her wrong
  • people often get him wrong

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "get somebody wrong"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Clarification Needed

Ask for clarification to avoid misunderstanding the speaker's intent or message.

Illustration for Clarification Needed
You've explained the process, but I think I might get you wrong. Could you clarify a bit?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Confirm Understanding

Summarize what's said after listening to confirm you've understood correctly.

Illustration for Confirm Understanding
So, when you say we should delay the project, am I getting you wrong, or do you mean to postpone it indefinitely?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Intonation Matters

Listen for the speaker's tone as it can change the meaning you might get wrong.

Illustration for Intonation Matters
When he said 'I'm fine,' his tone was off. Am I getting you wrong or is something the matter?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Clarification Needed

Ask for clarification to avoid misunderstanding the speaker's intent or message.

Illustration for Clarification Needed
You've explained the process, but I think I might get you wrong. Could you clarify a bit?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Confirm Understanding

Summarize what's said after listening to confirm you've understood correctly.

Illustration for Confirm Understanding
So, when you say we should delay the project, am I getting you wrong, or do you mean to postpone it indefinitely?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Intonation Matters

Listen for the speaker's tone as it can change the meaning you might get wrong.

Illustration for Intonation Matters
When he said 'I'm fine,' his tone was off. Am I getting you wrong or is something the matter?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Clarification Needed

Ask for clarification to avoid misunderstanding the speaker's intent or message.

Illustration for Clarification Needed
You've explained the process, but I think I might get you wrong. Could you clarify a bit?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Confirm Understanding

Summarize what's said after listening to confirm you've understood correctly.

Illustration for Confirm Understanding
So, when you say we should delay the project, am I getting you wrong, or do you mean to postpone it indefinitely?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Intonation Matters

Listen for the speaker's tone as it can change the meaning you might get wrong.

Illustration for Intonation Matters
When he said 'I'm fine,' his tone was off. Am I getting you wrong or is something the matter?
Visual representation of the word "Get somebody wrong"

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