"I like to think so"
Definition
This is a modest, charming way to say "yes" when someone says something positive about you. Instead of agreeing outright, you soften it slightly, which sounds more natural and likeable.
How to use it
Saying "yes" flatly when someone compliments you can sound arrogant. "I like to think so" is the sweet spot. It is confident without being cocky. Chris uses it perfectly in the scene, and it lands as a big laugh.
Examples
► "Are you good under pressure?" "I like to think so."
► "You seem like someone who never gives up." "I like to think so."
From the lesson
The Pursuit of Happyness | Interview Scene
This phrase appears in the The Pursuit of Happyness | Interview Scene lesson. Open it to watch the scene and download the free worksheet.
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