What Does "how could you" Mean?
Learn what "how could you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
How could you believe that I could actually go against you?
It means the speaker is hurt and defending themselves by asking how they could be accused of betrayal.
From In Love With My Godfather's Daughter, Episode 50
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is questioning how the other person could think they would turn against them.
Usage Scenario
Use this in emotional arguments when responding to a betrayal accusation. It can sound dramatic and defensive, so it is not neutral or casual.
Better ways to say it
How could you think that?
How could I go against you?
Why would you think I'd betray you?
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