Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
I-know-how-you-feel-etc
Phrase
/aɪ noʊ haʊ ju fil ˈɛtˌsiˈti/
Definition
A phrase used to express understanding or empathy toward someone’s feelings or situation, often used in a conversational context to validate emotions.
Examples
- “I know how you feel, it can be really tough sometimes.”
- “When she said she was overwhelmed, I replied, ‘I know how you feel.'”
- “In difficult times, it’s important to remind each other, ‘I know how you feel.'”
Meaning
It conveys a sentiment of shared experience or emotional connection, often aiming to comfort or resonate with another person’s struggles or feelings.
Synonyms
- I understand your feelings
- I can relate
- I empathize
- I get it
