English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "why do you" Mean?
Learn what "why do you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Why do you have a knife in your hand?
It is a worried question asking why someone is holding a knife.
From Duty Or Desire, Episode 57
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is reacting with alarm after seeing a knife in another person's hand.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a dangerous or alarming situation when you need an immediate explanation. It sounds serious and urgent, not polite small talk.
Better ways to say it
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Why do you have a knife in your hand?
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Why are you holding a knife?
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What are you doing with that knife?
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