Be sure to keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You tell your friend you like her designer handbag.
She says: "It cost me an arm and a leg.
What does she mean?

Answer: It is very expensive.

You should keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

Your coworker says: "Hearing about Gary's resignation made my day."
What does he mean?

Answer: He is very happy that Gary is leaving.

Keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

Your coworker says: "The conflict with Gary gets out of hand. I think we need to notify the manager."
What does he mean?

Answer: The conflict went too far.

Be sure to keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

Your room mate says: "I've heard the funniest joke today. You'll get a kick out of it. "
What does he mean?

Answer: You will like that joke.

Keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You ask your group mate whether the test was hard. She says: "A piece of cake!"
What does she mean?

Answer: The test was easy.

it is good to keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You are pouring milk into your friend's coffee cup. She says: "That's good."
What does she mean?

Answer: That's enough.

Keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You ask your friend how she is doing. She says: "I've seen better days."
What does she mean?

Answer: She is not doing good.

it is good to keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You ask your friend if she wants to go to the concert with you. She says: "Sure!"
What does she mean?

Answer: Yes, she wants to go to the concert.

Keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You have a dinner with your friend. You go to the kitchen to get something to drink. She says: "Can you grab a fork?"
What does she mean?

Answer: She asks you to bring her a fork.

Be sure to keep in mind that people do not always say exactly what they mean.

You ask your group mate if you can borrow his ruler. He says: "Go ahead."
What does he mean?

Answer: He says you can take it.