I see, said the blind man: meaning & examples

Meanings:

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  • An ironic or humorous response meaning 'I understand' used especially after an obvious or self‑evident statement; implies mock surprise or wry acknowledgement.
  • A remark indicating feigned comprehension or ironic recognition when the speaker wishes to highlight the obviousness or banality of what was said.

  Examples

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  • When I told him the answer was obvious, he replied, 'I see, said the blind man,' with a smirk.

    Cuando le dije que la respuesta era obvia, respondió con una sonrisa sarcástica: 'Ya veo, dijo el ciego.'

  • She said, 'I see, said the blind man,' after I pointed out the mistake she had clearly overlooked.

    Ella dijo 'Ya veo, dijo el ciego' después de que señalé el error que claramente había pasado por alto.

  • After explaining the simple concept twice, he muttered, 'I see, said the blind man,' implying it should have been clear.

    Después de explicar el concepto simple dos veces, murmuró: 'Ya veo, dijo el ciego', dando a entender que debería haber sido claro.