English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "no why do you ask" Mean?
Learn what "no why do you ask" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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No, why do you ask?
It means the speaker is asking for the reason behind the other person's question.
From Runaway Bride, Episode 18
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She denies something and checks why the other person is asking.
Usage Scenario
Use this in conversation when you want to know why someone is asking something. It is common and natural in spoken English.
Better ways to say it
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Why do you ask?
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No, why do you ask?
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What makes you ask that?
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