English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "how does anyone get this thing to work" Mean?
Learn what "how does anyone get this thing to work" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Beginner
Neutral
Firm
Complain
How does anyone get this thing to work?
This is a frustrated way to say something is difficult or confusing to use.
From The Ceo, Episode 4
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone complains that they cannot figure out how to make a device work.
Usage Scenario
Use it when you are stuck with a device or system and want to sound annoyed. It is casual and can sound irritated.
Better ways to say it
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How does anyone get this thing to work?
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How do you get this thing to work?
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How is this supposed to work?
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