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UK//haʊ lɒŋ du jʊ θɪŋk//US//haʊ lɔŋ du jʊ θɪŋk//

Meaning of How long do you think

A phrase asking someone's estimate of time regarding an event or situation.

In simple words: A question asking for someone's opinion on the duration of something.

How long do you think in a sentence

  • How long do you think the train will be delayed?
  • How long do you think it will take to finish the project?
  • I'm curious, how long do you think we need to wait?
  • How long do you think the meeting will last today?
  • When do you arrive? How long do you think you'll stay?

How to use How long do you think

Used to inquire about time estimation. Suitable for casual and formal conversations. Avoid in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

how long + question + do you think

Memory hint

Think of asking about the duration of a movie: ‘How long do you think it will run?’

Related words

Collocations with How long do you think

  • do you think it will take
  • do you think we should wait
  • do you think they will arrive

Synonyms for How long do you think

  • How much time do you estimate
  • What time frame do you expect
  • How long do you expect

Common mistakes with How long do you think

  • Omitting 'do you think' at the end of the question.
  • Confusing with 'How long is it?' which is more direct.
  • Misusing in a statement rather than a question.

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Frequently asked questions about How long do you think

What does How long do you think mean?

A question asking for someone's opinion on the duration of something.

What is the definition of How long do you think?

A phrase asking someone's estimate of time regarding an event or situation.

How do you use How long do you think in a sentence?

How long do you think the train will be delayed?

Can you give another example of How long do you think?

How long do you think it will take to finish the project?

What are synonyms for How long do you think?

Common alternatives include How much time do you estimate, What time frame do you expect, How long do you expect.

What words go with How long do you think?

It commonly pairs with do you think it will take, do you think we should wait, do you think they will arrive.

What are common mistakes when using How long do you think?

Omitting 'do you think' at the end of the question. Confusing with 'How long is it?' which is more direct. Misusing in a statement rather than a question.

How do you pronounce How long do you think?

US: //haʊ lɔŋ du jʊ θɪŋk//, UK: //haʊ lɒŋ du jʊ θɪŋk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use How long do you think?

Used to inquire about time estimation. Suitable for casual and formal conversations. Avoid in overly formal writing.