What Does "what i should" Mean?
Learn what "what i should" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
What I should have done a long time ago.
This means the speaker believes the action was necessary or correct, but it should have happened earlier.
From Help! I’m Falling In Love With My Rude CEO, Episode 11
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone refers to a decision they believe should have been made earlier.
Usage Scenario
Use this when admitting a missed opportunity or delayed action. It is natural in reflective conversation and can sound a little regretful without being dramatic.
Better ways to say it
I should have done this a long time ago.
That’s what I should have done earlier.
This is something I should have done sooner.
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