Point taken

phrase

Used to acknowledge that someone has made a good or valid point.

You're right, I didn't consider that aspect. Point taken.
Visual representation of "point taken" - Used to acknowledge that someone has made a good or valid point.

Often appears as...

  • fair point taken
  • point taken and understood

Usage tips

Approving

Colloquial

phrase

Used to acknowledge that someone has made a good or valid point.

You're right, I didn't consider that aspect. Point taken.
Visual representation of "point taken" - Used to acknowledge that someone has made a good or valid point.

Often appears as...

  • fair point taken
  • point taken and understood

Usage tips

Approving

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "point taken"
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Agreement Acknowledgment

Use it to show you accept someone’s point in an argument or discussion.

Illustration for Agreement Acknowledgment
That's a strong argument for recycling more; point taken.
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Humility

It conveys a humble admission that the other person’s comment is valid, even if you initially disagreed.

Illustration for Humility
Okay, point taken. I didn't see it from that angle.
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Debate Softener

Saying 'point taken' defuses tension by acknowledging the other's perspective.

Illustration for Debate Softener
I understand your concerns; point taken. Let's find a solution.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Agreement Acknowledgment

Use it to show you accept someone’s point in an argument or discussion.

Illustration for Agreement Acknowledgment
That's a strong argument for recycling more; point taken.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Humility

It conveys a humble admission that the other person’s comment is valid, even if you initially disagreed.

Illustration for Humility
Okay, point taken. I didn't see it from that angle.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Debate Softener

Saying 'point taken' defuses tension by acknowledging the other's perspective.

Illustration for Debate Softener
I understand your concerns; point taken. Let's find a solution.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Agreement Acknowledgment

Use it to show you accept someone’s point in an argument or discussion.

Illustration for Agreement Acknowledgment
That's a strong argument for recycling more; point taken.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Humility

It conveys a humble admission that the other person’s comment is valid, even if you initially disagreed.

Illustration for Humility
Okay, point taken. I didn't see it from that angle.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Debate Softener

Saying 'point taken' defuses tension by acknowledging the other's perspective.

Illustration for Debate Softener
I understand your concerns; point taken. Let's find a solution.
Visual representation of the word "Point taken"

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