What Does "what's the harm in going out with him" Mean?
Learn what "what's the harm in going out with him" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
I mean, what's the harm in going out with him?
It means the speaker is asking why something should be considered a bad idea, usually to push back against criticism.
From Tangled In Desire, Episode 33
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone argues that dating him would not cause any real problem.
Usage Scenario
Use this when defending a decision or challenging someone else's objection. It can sound dismissive if the other person thinks there is a real risk.
Better ways to say it
What's the harm in going out with him?
What's wrong with dating him?
Why is it a problem to go out with him?
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