Meaning
Фраза «You must be looking» используется в английском языке, чтобы выразить предположение о том, что кто-то в данный момент занят поиском чего-либо. Эта конструкция подразумевает, что говорящий уверен в своих догадках и считает их обоснованными.
Например, если вы видите человека, который внимательно что-то изучает на полке в магазине, вы можете сказать: «You must be looking for something special». Этим вы показываете, что предполагаете его намерения, основываясь на наблюдениях.
Часто «You must be looking» используется в ситуациях, когда говорящий хочет проявить понимание и эмпатию. Это позволяет установить более дружественный тон общения и продемонстрировать внимание к собеседнику.
В грамматике английского языка эта конструкция представляет собой сочетание модального глагола «must» с настоящим продолженным временем (present continuous), что указывает на действие, происходящее именно сейчас. Модальный глагол «must» придает утверждению элемент уверенности. Это делает фразу полезной в ситуациях, требующих вежливого предположения или догадки.
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.
Вы, должно быть, ищете новую сумку.
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.
Мне тоже нравятся карманы и детали фурнитуры.
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?
Могли бы вы показать мне "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?
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.
Мы ремонтируем наш дом и нам нужно добавить некоторые новые элементы.
You must be excited.
What kind of furniture should we look at first?
С какой мебели нам следует начать?
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?
Вы здесь на «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.
Я на самом деле работаю агентом по недвижимости.
Are you? We’d love to ask you a few questions then.
Can we schedule an appointment?
Можем назначить встречу?
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.
Меня зовут Cole, и я могу помочь с любыми вашими вопросами.
Can you show us some all-inclusive promotions?
My wife and I can’t decided where to go during our holiday.
Моя жена и я не можем решить, куда поехать на отдых.
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.
