I can't even fathom vs I can't even imagine

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey a similar meaning of being unable to comprehend or understand something. The choice between 'fathom' and 'imagine' depends on the level of depth or complexity of the understanding being expressed.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 7043 views

I can't even fathom

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the inability to understand or comprehend something.

This phrase is used when you are unable to grasp the depth, complexity, or extent of something. It implies a sense of astonishment or disbelief.

Examples:

The scale of the universe is so vast that I can't even fathom it.
The complexity of quantum mechanics is beyond my ability to fathom.
The impact of the pandemic on global economies is difficult to fathom.

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Last updated: November 28, 2024

Jun 10, 2018 ... r/KingdomHearts - [KH3] Major spoiler that I can't even fathom. Upvote
At this point, I can't even fathom wearing pants this tight,hahahahaha. Christian Van Heuvel and 279 others.
Jul 27, 2023 ... I can't even fathom what will happen with two Echo Forms. Am I dumb? · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
Mar 30, 2024 ... 15K likes, 55 comments - herviewfromhome on March 30, 2024: "I can't even fathom being one Jesus' closest friends or family.
Jul 22, 2012 ... Violence I can't even fathom ... There are some things I can't bear to think too much about. Violence like we've seen this week in Colorado is one ...
Jul 30, 2019 ... I can't even fathom that this final NYX Face Awards challenge was over a year ago, how did that happen? My Joan of Arc/Rising Pheonix was ...
Jul 31, 2024 ... Breanna Stark (@marriedtobbq). 14 Replies. 2.6K Likes. I can't even fathom being as good at anything as Katie Ledecky is at swimming a mile.
May 9, 2020 ... 14K likes, 90 comments - sydsogood on May 9, 2020: "At this point, I can't even fathom wearing pants this tight,hahahahaha.".
Nov 6, 2024 ... ... I can't even fathom voting for someone who spews vitriol, election ... I can't even fathom voting for someone who spews vitriol ...

Alternatives:

I can't even comprehend
I can't even grasp
I can't even wrap my head around
I can't even understand

I can't even imagine

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the inability to visualize or conceive of something.

This phrase is used when you are unable to picture or mentally create a scenario, idea, or concept. It implies a lack of ability to imagine or envision something.

Examples:

The beauty of that painting is so breathtaking, I can't even imagine how the artist created it.
The suffering of those in war-torn regions is something I can't even imagine.
The thought of losing a loved one is too painful to even imagine.

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Last updated: November 28, 2024

Aug 14, 2023 ... The case against 'I can't even imagine' by Kellyn Shoecraft on August 14, 2023. Why we need to stop telling people that their pain is unimaginable.
Dec 1, 2022 ... I can't even imagine what I'd do if I won.” If we were just talking about Tom, we probably wouldn't use 'even': “I can't imagine how he's going ...
Dec 15, 2022 ... “I can't even imagine what you're going through!” well the person you're saying that to can't imagine either so I guess no one's doing any ...
Sep 9, 2019 ... “I can't even imagine what you're feeling.” Again, just a touch of emphasis. The “even” underscores how unimaginable it must be. I wouldn't ...
Jan 25, 2024 ... 239 votes, 75 comments. “I'm sorry for your loss” “I can't even imagine” “I can only imagine” Then try to. People don't want to.
Apr 11, 2022 ... 109K likes, 705 comments - jimmyfallon on April 11, 2022: "Happy National Pet Day!! I can't even imagine what life would've been without ...
Aug 28, 2024 ... I can't even imagine... Chad losing? Schriftpost (Meme). r/bleach - When ...
Sep 4, 2024 ... Mariah Choate | School Psychologist & Advocacy Educator (@wholistically_psyched). 1 Reply. 91 Likes. I can't even imagine .
Jul 12, 2020 ... 94 votes, 28 comments. https://imgur.com/a/IHLY3w7 More like "I can't even imagine Chad winning"
4 days ago ... Beautiful workmanship, I can't even imagine how long it took him to do that piece.

Alternatives:

I can't even picture
I can't even conceive
I can't even visualize
I can't even dream of

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I can't even fathom vs I can't even imagine