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I shouldn't have told you vs I shouldn't had told you

The correct phrase needed here is 'I shouldn't have told you.' The modal verb 'should' is followed by 'have' (not 'had') and the past participle form of the verb. This phrase is commonly used in English.
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Last updated: July 17, 2024

I shouldn't have told you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express regret about revealing information in the past. It follows the structure of modal verb 'should' + 'have' + past participle of the verb.

I shouldn't had told you

This phrase is incorrect in English. The correct form uses 'have' instead of 'had' after the modal verb 'should.'


Alternatives:

  • I shouldn't have told you
  • I should not have told you
  • I ought not to have told you
  • I mustn't have told you
  • I wasn't supposed to have told you

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