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Ways to Say "if you want" in English

Learn useful ways to say "if you want" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.

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Set Boundary

if you want to attend the funeral, that's on you.

This means the speaker is not taking responsibility for the other person's decision.

From Faded Threads, Episode 33

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker tells the other person it is their choice if they want to attend the funeral.

Usage Scenario

Use it when you want to make clear that the choice belongs to the other person. It can sound cold or dismissive in a funeral or family conflict.

Better ways to say it

1
If you want to attend the funeral, that's on you.
2
That's your choice.
3
If you want to go, that's up to you.

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