Meaning
Por ejemplo, si ves a alguien revisando diferentes sitios web o consultando varias tiendas en línea, podrías decir: «You must be looking for something specific», que significa «Debes estar buscando algo específico». En este caso, se está deduciendo que la persona está en una búsqueda activa.
En términos de estructura, «must» es un verbo modal que se utiliza para expresar certeza o obligación, y «be looking» es la forma de presente continuo del verbo «look», que indica una acción en progreso. Esta combinación se usa para señalar que hay una fuerte probabilidad de que la acción esté ocurriendo en ese momento.
En resumen, la frase «You must be looking» es útil para hacer suposiciones educadas sobre las acciones presentes de alguien, basadas en observaciones o indicios claros.
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.
Debes estar buscando un nuevo bolso.
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.
Me encantan también los detalles de los bolsillos y accesorios.
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?
¿Podría mostrarme algunos "running shoes"?
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?
En realidad, ¿podrías mostrarme algunos zapatos que sean adecuados para correr al aire libre?
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.
Estamos renovando nuestra casa y necesitamos algunas adiciones nuevas para la casa.
You must be excited.
What kind of furniture should we look at first?
¿Qué tipo de muebles deberíamos mirar primero?
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?
¿Estás aquí para el "open house"?
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.
En realidad, soy corredor de bienes raíces.
Are you? We’d love to ask you a few questions then.
Can we schedule an appointment?
¿Podemos programar una cita?
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.
Mi nombre es Cole y puedo ayudar con cualquier pregunta que tengas.
Can you show us some all-inclusive promotions?
My wife and I can’t decided where to go during our holiday.
Mi esposa y yo no podemos decidir adónde ir durante nuestras vacaciones.
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.
