English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it could be something serious" Mean?
Learn what "it could be something serious" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It could be something serious.
It means the speaker thinks there is a real possibility of a serious problem.
From Runaway Bride, Episode 36
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She says the situation might be serious.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to alert someone that a situation may be important or dangerous. It is common in everyday speech and medical or family contexts.
Better ways to say it
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It could be something serious.
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This could be serious.
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It might be serious.
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