English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "david we should talk about this" Mean?

Learn what "david we should talk about this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Set Boundary

David, we should talk about this.

It means the speaker wants to address a problem directly and seriously.

From Hidden Agenda, Episode 23

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone suggests that the two people should have a serious conversation about the issue.

Usage Scenario

Use this to start a difficult conversation in a calm way. It can feel ominous if said in a tense relationship context.

Better ways to say it

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We should talk about this.
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We need to talk about this.
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Can we talk about this?

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