Meaning
Ví dụ, khi bạn thấy ai đó có vẻ đang tìm kiếm thứ gì đó, bạn có thể nói: “You must be looking for your keys.” Điều này có nghĩa là bạn chắc chắn hoặc gần như chắc chắn rằng người đó đang tìm chìa khóa của mình dựa trên những gì bạn quan sát được.
Trong cấu trúc này:
"You must be looking" thường được sử dụng trong các tình huống mà người nói muốn bày tỏ sự chắc chắn về một hành động đang diễn ra của người khác mà không cần phải hỏi trực tiếp.
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.
Bạn chắc hẳn đang tìm một chiếc túi mới.
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.
Tôi cũng thích chi tiết túi và phần cứng.
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?
Bạn có thể cho tôi xem một vài đôi giày chạy bộ không?
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.
Chúng tôi đang cải tạo nhà và cần một số bổ sung mới cho ngôi nhà.
You must be excited.
What kind of furniture should we look at first?
Chúng ta nên xem loại nội thất nào trước?
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?
Bạn có đến đây để tham quan nhà không?
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.
Thực ra, tôi là một nhà môi giới bất động sản.
Are you? We’d love to ask you a few questions then.
Can we schedule an appointment?
Bạn có thể sắp xếp một cuộc hẹn không?
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.
Tên tôi là Cole và tôi có thể giúp bạn với bất kỳ câu hỏi nào bạn có.
Can you show us some all-inclusive promotions?
My wife and I can’t decided where to go during our holiday.
Vợ tôi và tôi không thể quyết định nên đi đâu trong kỳ nghỉ của mình.
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.
