Cool MateHave you been eavesdropping
Meaning of Have you been eavesdropping
A suspicious inquiry about secretly listening to someone's conversation.
In simple words: Have you been secretly listening to others?
Have you been eavesdropping in a sentence
- I can't believe you were asking me this after you asked, 'have you been eavesdropping?'
- She looked guilty when I asked if she had been eavesdropping.
- It's rude to say, 'have you been eavesdropping' in front of others.
How to use Have you been eavesdropping
Use this phrase when you suspect someone is listening to private conversations. Generally informal, avoid in formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
have been + verb-ing
Memory hint
Think of 'eaves' like 'eaves of a house' where secrets are hidden.
Related words
Collocations with Have you been eavesdropping
- have you been eavesdropping
- caught eavesdropping
- accidentally eavesdropping
- eavesdropping on conversations
- eavesdropping techniques
Synonyms for Have you been eavesdropping
- overhear
- listen in
- snoop
- pry
- spy
Common mistakes with Have you been eavesdropping
- Using 'eavesdrop' without 'have' (e.g. 'Did you eavesdrop?')
- Saying 'have you been eavesdrop?' instead of 'eavesdropping'
- Confusing 'eavesdropping' with 'overhearing'
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Frequently asked questions about Have you been eavesdropping
What does Have you been eavesdropping mean?
Have you been secretly listening to others?
What is the definition of Have you been eavesdropping?
A suspicious inquiry about secretly listening to someone's conversation.
How do you use Have you been eavesdropping in a sentence?
I can't believe you were asking me this after you asked, 'have you been eavesdropping?'
Can you give another example of Have you been eavesdropping?
She looked guilty when I asked if she had been eavesdropping.
What are synonyms for Have you been eavesdropping?
Common alternatives include overhear, listen in, snoop, pry, spy.
What words go with Have you been eavesdropping?
It commonly pairs with have you been eavesdropping, caught eavesdropping, accidentally eavesdropping, eavesdropping on conversations, eavesdropping techniques.
What are common mistakes when using Have you been eavesdropping?
Using 'eavesdrop' without 'have' (e.g. 'Did you eavesdrop?') Saying 'have you been eavesdrop?' instead of 'eavesdropping' Confusing 'eavesdropping' with 'overhearing'
How do you pronounce Have you been eavesdropping?
US: //hæv jʊ bɪn ˈiːvzdrɑːpɪŋ//, UK: //hæv jʊ bɪn ˈiːvzdrɒpɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Have you been eavesdropping formal or informal?
"Have you been eavesdropping" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Have you been eavesdropping?
Use this phrase when you suspect someone is listening to private conversations. Generally informal, avoid in formal contexts.