fully aware

You usually follow this phrase with of or that. For example, you can be fully aware of the risks. Or you can say, "I am fully aware that we are late." It works as a strong statement of fact. Use it when you want to show confidence. It often appears after the verb to be. You can also use it to defend yourself. It shows you haven't made a mistake by accident.

Use this in a meeting to show you understand a project's challenges. It sounds professional and prepared. Use it with friends when they try to warn you about something you already know. For example, if a friend says a restaurant is expensive, say, "I'm fully aware, but the pasta is worth it!" It is great for serious conversations. It shows you are taking responsibility for your choices. Use it when you want to end a repetitive explanation from someone else.

Don't use it for very small, unimportant things. Saying you are fully aware that your shoe is untied sounds a bit dramatic. Avoid using it if you want to sound casual or 'chill.' It can sometimes sound a bit cold or defensive. If a partner asks if you know they are upset, saying "I am fully aware" might start an argument! In those cases, "I know" is much softer.

In English-speaking cultures, being 'aware' is linked to mindfulness and responsibility. This phrase became very popular in legal and business settings. It is used to prove that someone cannot claim ignorance later. It carries a sense of 'no excuses.' If you were fully aware, you can't say "I didn't know" when things go wrong. It reflects a culture that values clarity and directness.

You might hear people say well aware or perfectly aware. Well aware is slightly more common in casual speech. Perfectly aware can sometimes sound a little sarcastic or annoyed. Fully conscious is a more medical or literal version. Stick to fully aware for most situations. It is the 'Goldilocks' of phrases—just right for almost any serious context.