English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it's been so" Mean?
Learn what "it's been so" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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It's been so difficult
It means life has been emotionally and practically difficult because a parent is hospitalized.
From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 31
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is talking about how hard life has been while their father is in the hospital.
Usage Scenario
Use this to explain why you are stressed or unavailable because of a family emergency. It is natural in personal conversation and support contexts.
Better ways to say it
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It's been really hard with Dad in the hospital.
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Things have been difficult with Dad in the hospital.
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It's been so tough while Dad's in the hospital.
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