English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "how long have you been standing there for" Mean?
Learn what "how long have you been standing there for" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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been standing there for?
It means the speaker is asking how long the other person has been standing there.
From Hidden Agenda, Episode 24
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker notices someone has been standing there for a while.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you suddenly notice someone nearby and want to know how long they have been there. It is very searchable and reusable for learner pages.
Better ways to say it
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