English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "you could have" in English
Learn useful ways to say "you could have" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
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Complain
You could have told me about
This means the speaker thinks they should have been informed earlier.
From The Pendleton Secrete, Episode 34
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone criticizes another person for not sharing a plan in advance.
Usage Scenario
Use it to complain about being left out of planning. It can sound annoyed, especially in work or relationship conflicts.
Better ways to say it
1
You could have told me about your plan.
2
You should have told me earlier.
3
I wish you’d told me about the plan.
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