What Does "what were you" Mean?
Learn what "what were you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
What were you thinking? Standing up to
This is a disapproving way to ask why someone did something risky or reckless.
From Love Lies And Bloodline, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone reacts strongly to another person's choice to stand up to a dangerous or powerful person.
Usage Scenario
Use this when criticizing a decision that seemed dangerous or stupid. It is common in arguments and sounds sharp.
Better ways to say it
What were you thinking?
What were you thinking standing up to someone like that?
Why would you do that?
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