When someone says I told you already, it can sound a little impatient or like they’re saying “I’m right, remember?” Your comeback can keep things light, funny, or even a bit cheeky—depending on how you want to play it.
Here are lots of comebacks for different moods and situations!
Playful and Funny Comebacks
If you want to keep the mood light and maybe tease a bit:
- Yeah, but I was busy not listening
- Did you? My brain was on vacation
- I heard you, but my memory didn’t get the memo
- You did, but I have selective hearing
- I think my brain hit snooze for that part
- Oh right, I filed that under “ignore”
- My bad, it got lost in the sauce
- I know, I was just testing you
- I heard you, just pretending I didn’t
- You told me? I thought you whispered it
- It’s on my mental to-do list, I swear
- I blame the squirrels in my brain
- Sorry, I was busy daydreaming
- Maybe you told me in another language?
- Yeah, but I was offline for a moment
- My bad, I was buffering
- I remember now… eventually
- You did, and I’m a slow learner
- Oops, I pressed “mute” on your voice
- I told you I have a forgetful side
Sarcastic and Sassy Comebacks
For when you want to be a little cheeky or bold:
- Oh, thanks for the reminder, Captain Obvious
- Yeah, but it’s hard to keep track of all your wisdom
- I thought you liked repeating yourself
- Thanks, I’m taking notes this time
- Your patience is impressive, I’ll give you that
- You told me, and I’m still processing it
- I got it… eventually
- And yet here we are again
- I’m a fan of hearing things twice
- Message received loud and clear (now)
- I appreciate your persistence
- I’m just making sure it really sticks
- You told me, I’m just testing you
- Sometimes I pretend to forget to keep you talking
- I’m rehearsing my “I told you so” face
- Heard it the first time, just playing foolish
- I like to make you say it again for fun
- I’m taking it slow on purpose
- Got it, but let me hear it once more just for kicks
- You told me, but did I listen? Not really
Polite and Calm Comebacks
If you want to keep it respectful but acknowledge the repetition:
- Yes, you did, thanks for reminding me
- I remember now, sorry for the delay
- Thanks for telling me again, I appreciate it
- Got it, I just needed a moment
- Sorry, I was thinking about something else
- Thanks, I’m on it now
- Yes, and I’m working on it
- Appreciate your patience with me
- Sorry if I seemed slow, I’m with you now
- Thanks for repeating, it helps
- I heard you, just needed to process
- Thanks for the heads up again
- Yes, I’m catching up
- Got your point, loud and clear
- I’m on the same page now
- Thanks for the reminder, I needed it
- Sorry for the confusion
- I appreciate you telling me twice
- Yes, I’m paying attention now
- Thanks, I’m focused
Short and Quick Comebacks
Perfect for fast replies when you don’t want a long back-and-forth:
- Yup, got it
- Heard you
- Noted
- I know
- All good
- Okay, okay
- Yep, thanks
- On it
- Sure thing
- Right, right
- Will do
- Understood
- Copy that
- Gotcha
- Roger that
- Yep, thanks for that
- I’m listening
- Thanks
- Sure
- Cool
Tips for Using Comebacks to I Told You Already
- Match your tone: If the mood is light, be playful. If serious, stay calm.
- Avoid escalating: If they seem frustrated, keep it polite or quick.
- Use humor to defuse tension: A funny comeback can make things less awkward.
- Be yourself: Choose comebacks that fit your personality.
- Know when to stop: If the person repeats a lot, it might be better to just agree and move on.
Conclusion
When someone says I told you already, your comeback can be funny, sassy, polite, or brief—whatever fits your mood and the situation.
Try one of these next time and see how it changes the vibe.
