10 English Phrases for Saying Someone is Right or Wrong

5 Ways to Say Someone is Correct

  1. That’s right.
  2. That’s spot on.
  3. You’ve hit the nail on the head. / You’ve nailed it.
  4. I suppose so.
    (use this when you agree, but you are not completely convinced)
  5. I’m afraid you’re right.
    (use this in response to bad news, to say the bad news is correct)

5 Ways to Say Someone is Wrong

  1. I’m afraid that’s not quite right.
  2. I’m afraid you’re mistaken.
  3. No, you’ve got it wrong.
  4. No, that’s all wrong.
  5. (informal – rude) / Bullshit.
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