English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you should have" Mean?
Learn what "you should have" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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English Phrases for Work
You should have seen it a couple of days ago.
This means things were different before and are not as impressive or unusual now.
From The Ceo, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone says the item or situation would have looked different a few days earlier.
Usage Scenario
Use it when comparing the present with a recent past state. It can also sound like a subtle brag or complaint depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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You should have seen it a couple of days ago.
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It looked much different a few days ago.
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You missed the earlier version.
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