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i did not get you vs i do not get you

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I did not get you' is used when referring to a past conversation or situation, while 'I do not get you' is used when referring to the present moment or ongoing situation.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 1471 views

i did not get you

This phrase is correct when referring to a past conversation or situation.

This phrase is used to indicate that you did not understand something that was said or done in the past.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry, I did not get you. Could you please repeat what you said?
  • Yesterday, I did not get you when you explained the new project details.
  • No, I did not intentionally get you drunk.
  • No, I did not intentionally get you drunk.
  • I did not tell you to get that dog.
  • From your answer, Commissioner, I did not get the impression that you were saying you would continue to disburse budgetary support.

Alternatives:

  • I didn't understand you
  • I failed to grasp what you were saying

i do not get you

This phrase is correct when referring to the present moment or an ongoing situation.

This phrase is used to indicate that you do not understand something that is being said or done in the present moment.

Examples:

  • I'm sorry, I do not get you. Could you please explain it again?
  • Right now, I do not get you. Can you clarify your point?
  • Dude, I do not get you.
  • Sorry, I just do not get you guys.
  • So the most important thing is to know that I do not want you to get off that boat.
  • I ask you again, and if I do not get an answer you will force me to give you pain.
  • Dante, I do not wish to get you in trouble, but are there many of us?
  • I do not think that you get it, do you?
  • I do not know where you get your advice from, but statistically, the weather has not actually changed for about 15 or 16 years, so what are you going to shovel all this money into?

Alternatives:

  • I don't understand you
  • I am not following you

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