English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "we were going" Mean?

Learn what "we were going" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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We were going to get married in seven months.

It means the speaker is reminding someone of a past wedding plan or commitment.

From The Dumb Billionaire Heiress In Love Part Ii, Episode 38

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker reminds someone that they had planned to get married soon.

Usage Scenario

Use this when talking about a broken plan to marry or a past engagement. It is understandable and common, but not especially reusable as a standalone phrase page.

Better ways to say it

1
We were going to get married.
2
We were supposed to get married.
3
We had planned to get married.

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