be in two minds

Meaning

This expression means to be undecided or unable to choose between two options. It highlights a state of hesitation or conflict when making a decision. It is commonly used with the preposition "about" (e.g., in two minds about going).

Examples

• I'm in two minds about whether to accept the job offer or stay at my current company.

  I'm in two minds about whether to accept the job offer or stay at my current company.

• She was in two minds about buying the dress because it was so expensive.

  She was in two minds about buying the dress because it was so expensive.

• We are still in two minds about where to go for our summer vacation.

  We are still in two minds about where to go for our summer vacation.

• I'm in two minds; part of me wants to go to the party, but part of me just wants to sleep.

  I'm in two minds; part of me wants to go to the party, but part of me just wants to sleep.

• He was in two minds about telling his boss the truth.

  He was in two minds about telling his boss the truth.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I am in double minds about moving to London.

  ✓ I am in two minds about moving to London.

  This is a fixed idiom. English speakers always say "two minds," never "double minds."

• ✗ She is in two minds to go to the party.

  ✓ She is in two minds about going to the party.

  We typically use "about + -ing verb/noun" after this phrase, rather than an infinitive verb.

Related Expressions

Practice

• I'm ___ about buying a new car right now because prices are so high.

  💡 Feeling undecided or torn.

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  in two minds

• Sarah was ___ about inviting her ex to the wedding.

  💡 Having two conflicting thoughts on a decision.

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  in two minds