Meaning
‘Where did you‘ is used as a question with an intent to specify something about an event in the past, especially when it follows as a reaction to initial excitement from the news we hear.
Today’s Sentences
- Where did you see this?
- Where did you go for college?
- Where did you get your jeans?
- Where did you go for vacation?
- Where did you learn to scuba dive?
01
Where did you see this?
Situation 1
Did you know they’re predicting the volcano to erupt?
Where did you see this?
It was in the news this morning.
So much for my trip to Hawaii.
Situation 2
A lot of the animals were injured or angry.
Where did you see this?
I went to the zoo yesterday and noticed that the animals weren’t happy.
I can only imagine how stressed they must be.
02
Where did you go for college?
Situation 1
I always had a love for computers.
Really?
Where did you go for college?
I was in California for college and then moved out east for work.
What an accomplishment, you should be proud of yourself.
Situation 2
Where did you go for college?
I went to school in New York.
Really? Me too.
I studied Urban Design and Architecture.
My friend studied the same field.
We have so much in common.
03
Where did you get your jeans?
Situation 1
Where did you get your jeans?
I got them on sale last week.
I love the fit.
They’re really comfortable and the perfect length.
Situation 2
I love your outfit today.
Where did you get your jeans?
Thanks!
I got them from that new store downtown.
They’re really nice!
We should go shopping together some time.
04
Where did you go for vacation?
Situation 1
Where did you go for vacation?
We spent the summer at our cabin.
Wow, that must have been relaxing.
The kids love swimming in the lake and spending time in the outdoors.
Situation 2
Where did you go for vacation?
We visited Portugal for a week.
Wow, how was it?
It was one of the most beautiful cities I’ve been to.
05
Where did you learn to scuba dive?
Situation 1
Where did you learn to scuba dive?
I got my certification in The Maldives.
What a great experience.
And stunning views!
They’ve got white sand beaches and excellent reefs.
Perfect for diving.
Situation 2
Where did you learn to scuba dive?
I visited Australia and they had tons of diving excursions.
I’d love to go someday.
How was your experience?
Shore diving in Sydney was great because it’s close to the city.
But Australia is well-known for its Great Barrier Reefs
Absolutely stunning!
