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Tell me why you're doing this

🇬🇧 UK //tɛl mi waɪ jʊər ˈduːɪŋ ðɪs// 🇺🇸 US //tɛl mi waɪ jʊr ˈduɪŋ ðɪs//

Meaning of Tell me why you're doing this

A question asking for the reason behind someone's actions.

In simple words: Say the reason for your actions.

Tell me why you're doing this in a sentence

• Can you please tell me why you're doing this?
• I'm curious, tell me why you're doing this project.
• Tell me why you're doing this instead of that.

How to use Tell me why you're doing this

Use this phrase when asking for reasons. It's polite but direct. Avoid in very casual settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Imagine you're at a party, and someone suddenly asks, 'Why are you dancing like that?'

Related words

Collocations with Tell me why you're doing this

• tell me why
• doing this for a reason
• understanding your actions

Synonyms for Tell me why you're doing this

• explain your reason
• tell me your motivation
• why do you do this

Opposites of Tell me why you're doing this

• Don't explain why you're doing this
• Tell me you won't do this
• Keep silent about your reasons
• Hide your reasons for doing this

Common mistakes with Tell me why you're doing this

• Confused tense, e.g., 'Why you doing this?' instead of 'Why are you doing this?'
• Using 'that' instead of 'this' when asking about current actions.

Frequently asked questions about Tell me why you're doing this

What does Tell me why you're doing this mean?

Say the reason for your actions.

What is the definition of Tell me why you're doing this?

A question asking for the reason behind someone's actions.

How do you use Tell me why you're doing this in a sentence?

Can you please tell me why you're doing this?

Can you give another example of Tell me why you're doing this?

I'm curious, tell me why you're doing this project.

What are synonyms for Tell me why you're doing this?

Common alternatives include explain your reason, tell me your motivation, why do you do this.

What is the opposite of Tell me why you're doing this?

Opposite meanings include Don't explain why you're doing this, Tell me you won't do this, Keep silent about your reasons, Hide your reasons for doing this.

What words go with Tell me why you're doing this?

It commonly pairs with tell me why, doing this for a reason, understanding your actions.

What are common mistakes when using Tell me why you're doing this?

Confused tense, e.g., 'Why you doing this?' instead of 'Why are you doing this?' Using 'that' instead of 'this' when asking about current actions.

How do you pronounce Tell me why you're doing this?

US: //tɛl mi waɪ jʊr ˈduɪŋ ðɪs//, UK: //tɛl mi waɪ jʊər ˈduːɪŋ ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell me why you're doing this?

Use this phrase when asking for reasons. It's polite but direct. Avoid in very casual settings.