English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "how could you know what mom wanted" Mean?
Learn what "how could you know what mom wanted" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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How could you know what mom wanted?
It means the speaker is doubting the other person’s claim to know what the mother wanted.
From The Billionaire’S Vow, Episode 56
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone challenges another person about how they could possibly know a mother's wishes.
Usage Scenario
Use this when questioning someone’s certainty or authority about family matters. It can sound accusatory in an argument.
Better ways to say it
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How would you know what Mom wanted?
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How could you possibly know that?
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What makes you think you know what Mom wanted?
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