English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "what are you doing" Mean?
Learn what "what are you doing" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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What are you doing?
This is a basic question asking someone what they are doing.
From Do Not Deceive Me, Episode 10
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker asks what the other person is doing.
Usage Scenario
Use it in everyday conversation or when you are surprised by someone's actions. It can sound accusatory if said sharply.
Better ways to say it
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What are you doing?
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What are you doing here?
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What are you doing right now?
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