English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "please can you" Mean?

Learn what "please can you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Polite
Soft
Ask For Help

Please, can you tell me why Eden suddenly hates me.

It means the speaker is asking for the reason behind another person's cold or hostile behavior.

From Camouflage, Episode 47

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone politely asks for an explanation about why another person suddenly dislikes them.

Usage Scenario

Use this when you want an explanation about someone's attitude toward you. It can sound emotional and may be too direct if the relationship is already tense.

Better ways to say it

1
Can you tell me why you hate me?
2
Why do you suddenly hate me?
3
Please tell me why you hate me.

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