What Does "what the hell do you think you're doing" Mean?
Learn what "what the hell do you think you're doing" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
What the hell do you think you're doing?
It is a very angry way to ask what someone is doing and show disapproval.
From Help! I’m Falling In Love With My Rude CEO, Episode 3
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone angrily challenges another person's behavior in the middle of a confrontation.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a fight or heated scene when you are shocked or angry. It is rude and very direct, so avoid it in polite situations.
Better ways to say it
What the hell do you think you're doing?
What the hell are you doing?
What do you think you're doing?
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