English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "was that what you wanted to ask" Mean?
Learn what "was that what you wanted to ask" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Was that what you wanted to ask?
It means the speaker is trying to confirm what the other person really wanted to ask.
From Runaway Bride, Episode 20
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She checks whether the other person meant a particular question or topic.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to make sure you understood someone's question correctly. It can sound slightly sharp depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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Was that what you wanted to ask?
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Is that what you wanted to ask?
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Did you mean to ask that?
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