English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "but you look" Mean?
Learn what "but you look" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Joke
But you look a little
It is a teasing remark saying the person seems not as drunk as they usually are.
From The Crown, Episode 23
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone lightly comments that another person seems less intoxicated than usual.
Usage Scenario
Use this only with close friends in informal settings. It can easily sound rude or insulting if the relationship is not close.
Better ways to say it
1
You look a little less drunk than usual.
2
You seem less drunk than usual.
3
You're looking less drunk than usual.
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