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Para que sepas...

Just so you know...

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Informal frame to give information.

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Lo que no sabía es que...

What I didn't know was that... / What I wasn't aware of was...

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Frame for introducing a surprising piece of information you discovered after the fact. Creates narrative tension and engages the listener.

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Y eso que...

And that even though...

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Expresses a concession or surprise.

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Por lo que he visto...

From what I've seen... / Based on what I've observed...

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Signals that what follows is based on direct personal observation. More specific than por lo que sé (which covers general …

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¿Cómo que...?

What do you mean...?

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Expresses surprise or disbelief at a previous statement.

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Aunque no lo parezca...

Even though it might not seem like it... / Despite appearances...

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Introduces something that contradicts outward appearances or first impressions. Useful for surprising revelations.

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¿A qué te refieres con...?

What do you mean by...?

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Asks for clarification.

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Conviene recordar que...

It's worth remembering that... / We should bear in mind that...

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Gently reminds the listener of a relevant fact that may have been forgotten or overlooked. More advisory than hay que …

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O sea que...

So that means... / So in other words...

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Used to draw a conclusion or rephrase.

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Lo que nunca pensé es que...

What I never thought was that... / I never expected that...

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Introduces something completely unexpected — a surprise that went beyond what you imagined. Creates emotional impact and engagement.

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