English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "do you really" Mean?
Learn what "do you really" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Do you really think
It means the speaker thinks the timing is bad and is challenging the other person for bringing it up now.
From The Mistress Trap, Episode 30
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone questions whether the other person thinks this is an appropriate time for the topic.
Usage Scenario
Use this to criticize someone's timing in a discussion. It is common in arguments and sounds blunt but natural.
Better ways to say it
1
Is this really a good time?
2
Do you think now is the right time?
3
Is now the time for this?
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