Which one is correct?
"How much longer are you going to stay?" or "How much longer are you staying?"?

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How much longer are you going to stay?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to ask about the duration of someone's stay in a place. It is slightly more formal than 'how much longer are you staying?' but conveys the same meaning.

Alternatives:

  • how much longer will you stay?
  • how much longer do you plan to stay?
  • how much longer are you staying?
  • how much longer will you be staying?
  • how much longer do you intend to stay?

How much longer are you staying?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to inquire about the duration of someone's stay in a particular place. It is a casual and common way to ask how much longer someone plans to remain.

Alternatives:

  • how much longer will you be staying?
  • how much longer do you plan to stay?
  • how much longer are you going to stay?
  • how much longer will you stay?
  • how much longer do you intend to stay?
Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They are interchangeable and convey the same meaning. The choice between 'staying' and 'going to stay' is a matter of personal preference.

Last Updated: March 31, 2024

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