I must admit meaning in English
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Definition
I must admit that...: I have to say...
I must admit that when you turned up drunk for the interview, I didn't think you would get the job, but congratulations.
Examples
- "As I get older, however, I must admit, my feelings on family have changed, rather dramatically in fact."
- "Polly : Well Luna, I must admit, you're never at a loss for ideas."
- "I must admit I'm curious to know what's on your mind, but I suppose I'll have to wait until I arrive in Texas to find out."
- "Susie : Mr. Mayor, I must admit I'm flattered, even a little curious, but this is neither the time nor the place for-"
- "I must admit that I have some concerns about the budget."
- "And I must admit I was truly impressed by the results of his brainstorming sessions."
Exercise 1
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all which apply!
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all which apply!
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all which apply!
Excerpt: I'm not sure if you've had any feedback from your colleagues regarding Miss Stake herself, but they have described her as "intrusive", "cold", and "stubborn".
...Even I will admit that she's rather unpleasant, so I advise that you give her what she needs so that she can be on her way.
There may be more than one correct answer! Choose all which apply!
This statement is false. Polly admits that she doesn't like Fiona personally, but she hasn't told this to Fiona or written it.
This statement is true. Polly writes about the feedback she has received from Philip's colleagues. She writes specifically that Miss Stake has been called "cold, stubborn and intrusive". These are criticisms.
This statement is true. To be direct (with someone) means to be frank or honest (with them). Polly advises Philip "to answer all (Fiona's) questions and provide her with any information she requires." Polly then writes "I advise that you give her what she needs so that she can be on her way". "To be on one's way" is "to leave". Polly is suggesting that Philip cooperate with Fiona (by being honest) so that she can complete the review quickly.
This statement is false. Polly suggests that Philip remove the champagne and chocolate from his office as it would give Fiona the wrong impression. She also mentions "mood music", which is music meant to create an atmosphere or ambiance (of romance for example).
Excerpt: I'm not sure if you've had any feedback from your colleagues regarding Miss Stake herself, but they have described her as "intrusive", "cold", and "stubborn".
...Even I will admit that she's rather unpleasant, so I advise that you give her what she needs so that she can be on her way.
Exercise 2
Choose the expression used in the dialogue which is synonymous with "certainly": .
Choose the expression used in the dialogue which is synonymous with "certainly": by all means.
by all means: This is the best choice here. The idiom "by all means" is synonymous with "certainly". This expression conveys the sense of giving permission politely or encouraging someone to do something.
you have my blessing: The idiom "you have my blessing" expresses one person (in this case Bruno) giving his approval or support to another person (Susie). A man who wants to get married sometimes asks the father of his girlfriend for his "blessing".
I must admit: The expression "I must admit" is generally used to introduce an honest reaction or statement on the part of the speaker. For example: I must admit that your letter surprised me. The expression is not synonymous with "certainly".
at my disposal: The idiom "at my disposal" is used in a few different ways. Generally it refers to a person's capabilities or the options available to them. Here Susie is telling Bruno that she will do everything in her power, or everything possible, in order to negotiate a good price for Ivana's services.
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