What Does "why would you" Mean?
Learn what "why would you" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Why would you say something like that to me?
It means the speaker is upset and challenging the other person's choice of words.
From My Celebrity Boyfriend Killed Me, Episode 20
When do people say this?
Scene Context
She reacts in disbelief and asks why someone would speak to her that way.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when you want to show hurt or disbelief at what someone said. It can sound accusatory, so it is not appropriate for calm formal settings.
Better ways to say it
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