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UK//haʊ kæn juː duː ðæt//US//haʊ kæn ju du ðæt//

Meaning of How can you do that

A question asking how something is accomplished or achieved.

In simple words: A question asking for the method to do something.

How can you do that in a sentence

  • How can you do that when it seems so difficult?
  • I watched you solve the puzzle; how can you do that?
  • During the meeting, I asked, 'How can you do that if the rules are strict?'
  • When he finished the painting, I asked, 'How can you do that so quickly?'
  • After seeing her performance, I was compelled to ask, 'How can you do that with such grace?'

How to use How can you do that

Use when you want to inquire about the way or method something is done. It's appropriate in most contexts, especially when seeking clarification.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of a puzzled person scratching their head, wondering, 'How can you do that?'

Related words

Collocations with How can you do that

Synonyms for How can you do that

  • How is that possible?
  • What method do you use?
  • How do you accomplish that?
  • What’s your technique?

Common mistakes with How can you do that

  • Confusing with 'How could you do that?' which implies past ability.
  • Using too formally in casual conversations.
  • Not using correct intonation to indicate a question.

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Frequently asked questions about How can you do that

What does How can you do that mean?

A question asking for the method to do something.

What is the definition of How can you do that?

A question asking how something is accomplished or achieved.

How do you use How can you do that in a sentence?

How can you do that when it seems so difficult?

Can you give another example of How can you do that?

I watched you solve the puzzle; how can you do that?

What are synonyms for How can you do that?

Common alternatives include How is that possible?, What method do you use?, How do you accomplish that?, What’s your technique?.

What words go with How can you do that?

It commonly pairs with How can you do that?, Wondering how, Asking for clarification, Inquiring about methods.

What are common mistakes when using How can you do that?

Confusing with 'How could you do that?' which implies past ability. Using too formally in casual conversations. Not using correct intonation to indicate a question.

How do you pronounce How can you do that?

US: //haʊ kæn ju du ðæt//, UK: //haʊ kæn juː duː ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use How can you do that?

Use when you want to inquire about the way or method something is done. It's appropriate in most contexts, especially when seeking clarification.