Ways to Say "it looks bad" in English
Learn useful ways to say "it looks bad" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
it looks bad but what are you doing here
This means the speaker is asking why the other person is there, while also showing concern or suspicion about the situation.
From Married To A Stranger, Episode 29
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker comments that the situation looks bad and then questions why the other person is there.
Usage Scenario
Use it when you unexpectedly see someone and want to challenge their presence. The full line is too long for a focused phrase page.
Better ways to say it
What are you doing here this time of day?
What are you doing here?
What are you doing here at this hour?
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