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UK//dʊ jʊ wɒnt tə nəʊ//US//du jʊ wɑnt tə noʊ//

Meaning of Do you want to know

A polite way to ask if someone is interested in receiving information.

In simple words: A phrase asking if someone is curious about something.

Do you want to know in a sentence

  • Do you want to know what happened at the meeting?
  • If you want to know the secret, just ask.
  • Do you want to know how I solved the problem?
  • Do you want to know the latest news in technology?

How to use Do you want to know

Used to introduce information. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid in overly casual settings.

Grammar pattern

Do you want to know + object

Memory hint

Imagine a door opening to curiosity – 'Do you want to know' what's behind it?

Related words

Collocations with Do you want to know

  • Do you want to know the truth
  • Do you want to know why
  • Do you want to know more

Synonyms for Do you want to know

  • Would you like to know
  • Are you interested in knowing
  • Do you wish to know

Common mistakes with Do you want to know

  • Omitting 'to' in 'Do you want know?'
  • Using 'are' instead of 'do' as in 'Are you want to know?'
  • Confusing with 'Do you want to know about?' when specific information follows.

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Frequently asked questions about Do you want to know

What does Do you want to know mean?

A phrase asking if someone is curious about something.

What is the definition of Do you want to know?

A polite way to ask if someone is interested in receiving information.

How do you use Do you want to know in a sentence?

Do you want to know what happened at the meeting?

Can you give another example of Do you want to know?

If you want to know the secret, just ask.

What are synonyms for Do you want to know?

Common alternatives include Would you like to know, Are you interested in knowing, Do you wish to know.

What words go with Do you want to know?

It commonly pairs with Do you want to know the truth, Do you want to know why, Do you want to know more.

What are common mistakes when using Do you want to know?

Omitting 'to' in 'Do you want know?' Using 'are' instead of 'do' as in 'Are you want to know?' Confusing with 'Do you want to know about?' when specific information follows.

How do you pronounce Do you want to know?

US: //du jʊ wɑnt tə noʊ//, UK: //dʊ jʊ wɒnt tə nəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Do you want to know?

Used to introduce information. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid in overly casual settings.