How do you use the expression "there we are"?

Native speaker’s answer

Rebecca

"There we are" is an informal expression that is used in a variety of different contexts. Similar to the expression "there we go," it's often used as a positive exclamation for when something's going well or is succeeding, when one has finished a task or action, or when one finds a thing or person they were looking for. In the case of this video, the speaker has used it here to show that she succeeded at standing on her head, winning the bet she placed with Neil. Ex: There we are! I was wondering where I misplaced my keys. => Exclamation upon finding something Ex: Well, there we are. I've finally finished my homework. => Exclamation upon finishing a task Ex: There we are! The pasta I'm making is coming along so nicely. => Exclamation when something is progressing well

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Popular Q&As

11/07

1
Does he mean that he likes to sit in a tub with strangers?
No, he means this in a sarcastic way. The way he expresses the experience ("moist" and "with strangers") shows that he finds this action undesirable. You can also pick up clues from his facial expression and flat tone of voice, which is devoid of excitement. "Nothing like X" can be used in a positive or negative way. Ex: Nothing like being late on your first day of work. Ex: Nothing like a nice cold ice cream on a hot summer day.

2
Is "gosh" same as "god?"
Yeah, that's right! Although it's considered a much milder version of "god." Ex: Oh, gosh. I left my umbrella at home. Ex: Oh my gosh. Please, be quiet. = Oh my god. Please, be quiet.

3
I'm not sure why "were to" was inserted in this sentence
"Were/was to" is often used to introduce a hypothetical or conditional situation, usually one that is unlikely to happen. Note that this must always be used with "if." Here, the speaker is introducing an if clause, about what she was to told do if something happened. Ex: If I ever were to win the lottery, I would start a charity. Ex: If he ever were to apologize, it'd be the shock of my life.

4
What does "something" mean here? Is "trust someone with something" an idiom?
Here, "something" refers to information- more specifically, Paul's thoughts. To "trust someone with something" is a phrasal verb! It means that they will be careful and considerate with what you "trust" them with. You consider that person reliable to share information with. Ex: Sarah trusted you with her secret, and you told everyone! You're not a good friend. Ex: Can I trust you to tell me the truth?

5
Is the speaker really saying "let's see what"? Please check the script.
Yes. Aladdin did say "Let's see what we can do about your situation here."

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