English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "do you have a death wish" Mean?
Learn what "do you have a death wish" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Advanced
Rude
Harsh
Warn
Do you have a death wish?
It means the speaker thinks the other person is acting dangerously and stupidly.
From Destined To Be, Episode 47
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker angrily warns someone that their behavior is reckless or self-destructive.
Usage Scenario
Use this only in very angry speech or dramatic fiction. It is insulting and can sound extremely hostile, so it is not suitable for polite conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
Do you have a death wish?
2
Are you trying to get yourself killed?
3
Are you crazy?
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