Meaning
"You must be looking"은 어떤 상황이나 행동을 추측하거나 짐작할 때 사용하는 표현입니다. 이 문장은 상대방이 무언가를 찾고 있거나 보고 있을 가능성이 높다고 생각할 때 사용됩니다.
예를 들어, 친구가 방 안을 두리번거리고 있다면 "You must be looking for something."이라고 말할 수 있습니다. 이것은 친구가 무언가를 찾고 있다고 추측하는 것입니다.
You must be looking은 현재 진행형을 사용하여 상대방이 현재 어떤 행동을 하고 있다고 강하게 짐작하는 상황에 적합합니다. 이러한 문장은 상황에 대한 강한 확신을 전달하는 역할을 합니다.
다음과 같은 예시를 통해 더 잘 이해할 수 있습니다:
- 누군가 안경을 쓰고 방 안을 살피고 있을 때: "You must be looking for your glasses."
- 누군가 창밖을 계속 보고 있을 때: "You must be looking at something interesting."
이렇듯 "You must be looking"은 상대방의 행동이나 상황을 추측할 때 유용하게 쓰이는 표현입니다.
Today's Sentences
- You must be looking for a new bag.
- You must be looking for some runners.
- You must be looking for some furniture.
- You must be looking at houses around here.
- You must be looking at these vacation deals.
- Writer's Note
01
You must be looking for a new bag.
Situation 1
Hello.
You must be looking for a new bag.
새 가방을 찾고 계신가요?
Yes, I’ve been looking at these mid-size leather ones.
Even though the leather is soft, it’s very durable.
That’s great.
I love the pockets and hardware details too.
주머니와 하드웨어 디테일도 마음에 들어요.
Situation 2
You must be looking for a new bag.
Yes, I’ve seen this bag on the street a few times and just fell in love with it.
It’s beautifully designed and trendy.
Can you show me some other colors and sizes in this bag?
02
You must be looking for some runners.
Situation 1
Can I help you with anything?
Well, I just started working out and was looking around for some gear.
You must be looking for some runners.
Absolutely.
Could you show me some running shoes?
운동화 좀 보여주시겠어요?
Situation 2
You must be looking for some runners.
How did you know?
It seemed like you were eyeing some sneakers earlier.
Actually, would you be able to show me a few shoes that are fit for outdoor running?
03
You must be looking for some furniture.
Situation 1
Are you looking for anything in particular?
We came in for the sale.
You must be looking for some furniture.
Would we be able to see some bed frames today?
Situation 2
You must be looking for some furniture.
Yes.
We’re renovating our home and need some new additions to the house.
저희는 집을 리모델링 중이고, 집에 몇 가지 새로운 추가 요소가 필요합니다.
You must be excited.
What kind of furniture should we look at first?
어떤 가구부터 둘러볼까요?
Can we start with the living room and maybe then we can move to bedroom furnishings?
04
You must be looking at houses around here.
Situation 1
Good morning!
Are you here for the open house?
오픈 하우스에 오셨나요?
Yes, we are.
You must be looking at houses around here.
We just sold our current home and we’re looking for a new neighborhood to settle down in.
Situation 2
Are you new to the area?
Yes, we want to move here.
You must be looking at houses around here.
I’m actually a real estate broker.
저는 사실 부동산 중개업자입니다.
Are you? We’d love to ask you a few questions then.
Can we schedule an appointment?
약속을 잡을 수 있을까요?
05
You must be looking at these vacation deals.
Situation 1
You must be looking at these vacation deals.
Yes, we want to travel to Southeast Asia but thought it would be easier to travel through a package deal.
If you’re unfamiliar with the country then it’s definitely worth your first visit to choose a vacation package.
Could you recommend a few?
Situation 2
Have you thought of any places of interest?
No we haven't.
You must be looking at these vacation deals.
My name is Cole and I can help with any questions you have.
제 이름은 Cole이며, 궁금한 점이 있으시면 도와드리겠습니다.
Can you show us some all-inclusive promotions?
My wife and I can’t decided where to go during our holiday.
아내와 저는 휴가 동안 어디로 갈지 결정하지 못했습니다.
Writer's Note
"Must" is often used in a sentence to express obligation, possibility, a conclusion or deduction that something is true. It can be used to strongly give orders or suggest advice. Here are some different usages of "must":
- To register, students must fulfill the criteria to be considered for early admission.
- When baking, you must remember to preheat the oven.
- Is dress code a must?
- Must you make such a mess?
- You must be out of your mind!
- I must ask you not to speak quietly, this is a library.
- You mustn't use that kind of language, especially around your younger brother.
