point taken

/pɔɪnt ˈteɪkən/
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To acknowledge that someone’s argument has been understood and accepted.

Examples

  • When the coach explained the new rule, the players all murmured point taken.
  • He reminded me to lock the door, and I answered point taken.
  • She offered a suggestion about the budget, and I replied point taken.
  • I was annoyed by the criticism, but I still said point taken to show I understood.
  • After you warned me about the traffic, I nodded and said point taken.

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Meanings

Acknowledgement of a remark

everyday
neutral
Said to show that you understand and accept what someone has just said.

Examples

  • After you warned me about the traffic, I nodded and said point taken.
  • She offered a suggestion about the budget, and I replied point taken.
  • He reminded me to lock the door, and I answered point taken.
  • When the coach explained the new rule, the players all murmured point taken.
  • I was annoyed by the criticism, but I still said point taken to show I understood.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does point taken mean?

point taken means you understand and accept what someone has just said.

How is point taken used to acknowledge a remark?

You say point taken right after hearing a point to show you get it.

When is it appropriate to say point taken?

Use it immediately after an argument you agree with or understand.

What are some synonyms for point taken?

Similar expressions are I see, fair enough, and got it.

What register is point taken used in?

The phrase is used in a neutral register.

Is point taken considered formal or informal?

It is neither formal nor informal; it fits a neutral tone.

Can point taken be used sarcastically?

It can be spoken sarcastically, but the literal meaning is sincere acknowledgment.

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