i guess

Meaning

"I guess" is a casual phrase showing uncertainty, modesty, or tentative agreement. It can soften opinions, admit limited knowledge, or signal reluctant consent.

Synonyms

presumably in all likelihood

Examples

If your happiness depends on what somebody else does, I guess you do have a problem. Richard Bach

I believe a strong woman may be stronger than a man, particularly if she happens to have love in her heart. I guess a loving woman is indestructible. John Steinbeck

I guess a small-town mayor is sort of like a community organizer, except that you have actual responsibilities. Sarah Palin

I have too many fantasies to be a housewife.... I guess I am a fantasy. Marilyn Monroe

Democracy don't rule the world, You'd better get that in your head; This world is ruled by violence, But I guess that's better left unsaid. Bob Dylan

I guess I'm pretty much of a lone wolf. I don't say I don't like people at all, but, to tell you the truth, I only like it then if I have a chance to look deep into their hearts and their minds. Bela Lugosi

Words in the phrase

i guess

Close letter words and terms

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