English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we've been working together for five years" Mean?
Learn what "we've been working together for five years" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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English Phrases for Work
we've been working together for five years.
It means the two people have had a working relationship for five years.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says they have worked together for a long time.
Usage Scenario
Use this to describe work experience or a long professional relationship. It is clear but not usually something people search as a phrase page.
Better ways to say it
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We've worked together for five years.
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We've been working together for five years.
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We have worked together for five years.
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