English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "what are we gonna do now" Mean?

Learn what "what are we gonna do now" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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What are we gonna do now?

Used to ask what the next step should be after a problem or crisis.

From Why I Did It, Episode 60

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Two people are facing an urgent problem and trying to figure out the next step.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you need immediate ideas or a plan in a stressful situation. It is very common in spoken English and works well in informal conversation.

Better ways to say it

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What are we gonna do now?
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What do we do now?
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So what do we do now?

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