Cool MateMeaning of Let me ask you this
A polite way to introduce a question to someone.
In simple words: I want to ask you something.
Let me ask you this in a sentence
- Let me ask you this: what do you think about the project?
- Before we continue, let me ask you this.
- Let me ask you this; do you have any questions?
How to use Let me ask you this
Use this phrase when you want to ask someone a question. Suitable for conversations with friends and in professional settings, but avoid in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of it as politely granting permission to ask.
Related words
Collocations with Let me ask you this
- let me ask you something
- let me ask you a question
- let me ask you another thing
Synonyms for Let me ask you this
- may I ask you
- can I inquire
- if I may ask
Opposites of Let me ask you this
- I won't ask you this
- Don't let me ask you this
- I refuse to ask you this
Common mistakes with Let me ask you this
- Omitting 'let' and saying just 'me ask you this'.
- 'Let me ask you that' instead of 'this' in some contexts.
Let me ask you this appears in
Let me ask you this in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
اسمح لي أن أسألك هذا
أريد أن أسألك شيئًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমি আপনাকে এটা জিজ্ঞাসা করি
আমি আপনাকে কিছু জিজ্ঞাসা করতে চাই।
- GermanDeutsch
Lass mich dich das fragen
Ich möchte dich etwas fragen.
- SpanishEspañol
Déjame preguntarte esto
Quiero preguntarte algo.
- Persianفارسی
بذار یه چیزی ازت بپرسم
میخوام یه چیزی ازت بپرسم.
- FrenchFrançais
Laisse-moi te demander ça
Je veux te demander quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मैं आपसे यह पूछूं
मैं आपसे कुछ पूछना चाहता हूँ।
- ItalianItaliano
Lasciami chiedere questo
Voglio chiederti una cosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Deixa eu te perguntar uma coisa
Quero te perguntar algo.
- RussianРусский
Позвольте спросить
Я хочу кое-что у тебя спросить.
- Urduاردو
ذرا میں تم سے یہ پوچھوں
میں تم سے کچھ پوچھنا چاہتا ہوں۔
- Chinese中文
我问你个事儿
我想问你点事。
More chunks like Let me ask you this
- Thank you very much
An expression of gratitude or appreciation.
- You did a wonderful job
You performed excellently or admirably.
- We did it
A phrase expressing success in completing a task or goal.
- For a moment
During a brief period of time.
- You've listened to
You have heard something previously.
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A type of murder involving premeditation and planning.
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Frequently asked questions about Let me ask you this
What does Let me ask you this mean?
I want to ask you something.
What is the definition of Let me ask you this?
A polite way to introduce a question to someone.
How do you use Let me ask you this in a sentence?
Let me ask you this: what do you think about the project?
Can you give another example of Let me ask you this?
Before we continue, let me ask you this.
What are synonyms for Let me ask you this?
Common alternatives include may I ask you, can I inquire, if I may ask.
What is the opposite of Let me ask you this?
Opposite meanings include I won't ask you this, Don't let me ask you this, I refuse to ask you this.
What words go with Let me ask you this?
It commonly pairs with let me ask you something, let me ask you a question, let me ask you another thing.
What are common mistakes when using Let me ask you this?
Omitting 'let' and saying just 'me ask you this'. 'Let me ask you that' instead of 'this' in some contexts.
How do you pronounce Let me ask you this?
US: //lɛt mi æsk jʊ ðɪs//, UK: //lɛt miː ɑːsk jʊ ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Let me ask you this?
Use this phrase when you want to ask someone a question. Suitable for conversations with friends and in professional settings, but avoid in very formal contexts.