Which is correct:
"What does she do now?" or "What is she doing now?"?

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What does she do now?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about someone's usual activities or habits.

This phrase is used to inquire about someone's typical actions or routines in the present moment.

Alternatives:

  • What does she usually do now?
  • What is her usual activity now?
  • What is her current routine?
  • What is she up to now?
  • What is she doing these days?

What is she doing now?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask about someone's current actions or activities.

This phrase is used to inquire about what someone is currently engaged in or occupied with at the present moment.

Alternatives:

  • What is she currently doing?
  • What is she up to right now?
  • What is she engaged in at the moment?
  • What is she occupied with now?
  • What is she involved in presently?
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'What does she do now?' is used to ask about someone's usual activities or habits, while 'What is she doing now?' is used to ask about someone's current actions or activities.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

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