English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "are you sure" Mean?
Learn what "are you sure" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Stay calm. Are you sure you want to go down this way?
It is a warning question asking someone to reconsider a choice or path.
From Cleopatra, Episode 48
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She asks whether he is sure about making a risky choice.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you think someone is making a bad decision and you want to slow them down. It can sound skeptical or cautionary, depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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Are you sure you want to go down this way?
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Are you sure about this?
3
Do you really want to do this?
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