English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "where are we" Mean?
Learn what "where are we" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Where are we supposed to get this much money?
It means the speaker thinks the amount of money needed is impossible or very hard to get.
From In Her Shadow, Episode 3
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is frustrated about how they will get enough money.
Usage Scenario
Use this when complaining about a money problem or looking for a solution. It works in spoken English, but it sounds stressed and not very polite if said to someone directly.
Better ways to say it
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Where are we supposed to get this much money?
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How are we supposed to get this much money?
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Where can we get this much money?
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