es solo que

it's just that

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phrase Rare #24,480

it's just that Used to introduce an explanation, excuse, or reason, often softening what follows. The subject can change; for example, “era solo que” means “it was just that.”

SP: Es solo que necesito un poco más de tiempo.

EN: It's just that I need a little more time.

Es solo que era muy fuerte y muy veloz..

It's just that he was very strong and very fast.

Es solo que no quiero pelear.

It's just that I don't want to argue.

— The Smashing Machine (2025)

No es que no pueda dormir, es solo que no duermo.

It's not that I can't sleep, it's just that I don't sleep.

— Decision to Leave (2022)

Es solo que no me lo puedo creer.

I just can't believe it.

— Amores perros (2000)

Es solo que, ya sabes, así se dio.

It's just that, you know, that's how it happened.

— Incontrolable (I Swear) (2025)

No, es solo que tiene cara de pequeño miope asqueroso.

No, it's just that he has the face of a disgusting little nearsighted kid.

— Mañana empieza todo (2016)

Es solo que Tom no entiende lo que está pasando.

It’s just that Tom doesn’t understand what’s going on.

Es solo que no quiero morir hoy.

It’s just that I don’t want to die today.

Es solo que no hablan.

It's just that they don't talk.

— Avatar: Fuego y ceniza (2025)

Es solo que no tengo ganas de celebrar mi cumpleaños.

It's just that I don't feel like celebrating my birthday.

Es solo que Edna va a aspirar.

It's just that Edna is going to aspire.

— Una segunda madre (2015)

Es solo que no quiero decepcionarte.

It's just that I don't want to disappoint you.

No siempre tengo razón, es solo que siempre te corrijo cuando cometes errores.

I'm not always right; it's just that I always correct you when you make mistakes.