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Why is it rude to ask why?
In some contexts, it could be condescending. Here’s several different examples of what “why” adds to the statement. It is easy to sound archaic or condescending, so take care where you use it. Beginning an answer with the word “why” is not inherently rude; the answer could be rude because of its content, of course.
Why is used in asking reason?
What is the difference when “why” is used for asking about the purpose and when it is used for asking about the reason? ANSWER: It has to do with time. Purpose implies that the act is not yet done. Reason implies that the act is already done.
What is the meaning of ask me?
—used to say that one does not know the answer to a question.
Is it correct to say “why Did you ask?
If someone asks you a question, and you ask at the same time in response to that question, you will say, “Why do you ask?” and if you reply later, then you would say, ”Why did you ask?” Both sentences are correct, depending upon the time you answer the said question. “Why did you ask?” is an interrogative sentence for the Simple Past Tense.
Is it correct to use “do” or “did” in a question?
That depends on- when do you ask this question. If you have provided an answer and now you want to ask this question, both are correct because the question is already asked so you could use ‘did’ and if the topic hasn’t closed, it is also correct to use ‘do’.
What does send me an Ask mean?
Rather than saying “ask me a question”, often Tumblr users will instead say “send me an ask”, referring to the act of sending the question rather the act of asking. I need someone’s honest opinion.
What is the present tense of “if someone asks a question?
In your question, you say “If someone asks a question” which is simple present tense, so I would use simple present tense for the answer. Take care, stay safe and healthy. If the person has only just asked you the question, you use the latter. if it comes up after some time, say, days or even weeks, you ask them: why did you ask?