Is this grammatically correct? What does it mean and can it be rephrased? “I really like being nice to people. I kind of hate you if you put me in situations where I have to be mean to you”
Yes, the sentence is grammatically correct.
**Meaning**: The speaker expresses a strong preference for being kind to others but simultaneously feels resentment towards an individual who forces them into situations where they have to act unkindly or mean. Essentially, the speaker enjoys kindness but dislikes the person who challenges that inclination.
**Rephrased Versions**:
1. "I genuinely enjoy being kind to others, but I have a dislike for you when you put me in situations that require me to be unkind."
2. "I truly appreciate being nice to people, but I can't help but dislike you when you force me to act mean."
3. "I love being kind to others, but I find it hard to like you when you make me act unkindly."