English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "why are you telling me this" Mean?
Learn what "why are you telling me this" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Why are you telling me this?
It means the speaker wants to know the reason for sharing this information.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 54
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker asks why the other person is bringing up this topic.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you want to challenge why someone is telling you something. It can sound defensive or annoyed in an argument.
Better ways to say it
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Why are you telling me this?
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Why would you tell me that?
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Why are you saying this to me?
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