English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you look like you've seen a ghost" Mean?
Learn what "you look like you've seen a ghost" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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You look like you've seen a ghost.
It means the person looks very shocked, scared, or pale.
From Two Worlds Apart, Episode 47
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone notices that the other person looks shocked or pale.
Usage Scenario
Use this as a casual remark when someone looks suddenly shocked. It can be playful with friends but may sound rude in serious settings.
Better ways to say it
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You look like you've seen a ghost.
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You look like you've seen a ghost today.
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You look like you've seen something scary.
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