can you tell me why i did it vs will you tell me why i did it

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different implications. 'Can you tell me why I did it?' is asking about the ability to provide an explanation, while 'Will you tell me why I did it?' is asking about the willingness to provide an explanation. The choice between them depends on whether you are questioning the ability or the willingness of the person to explain.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 547 views

can you tell me why i did it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to ask if someone has the ability to explain the reason behind an action.

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Can you tell me what Lucas did.
Can you tell me what association you had with her.
Dr Dorian, can you tell me what ailment most often...
What can you tell me about...
What can you tell me about the investing...
What can you tell me about the...
What can you tell me about this Garek fella.
Can you tell me if you've got terrorist groups...
So, now can you tell me why my parents came...
Can you tell me Bauer's precise location?
Can you tell me what is happening?
What can you tell me about this item?
- Can you tell me what she was researching?
What can you tell me about Witch Island?
Then how can you tell me to forgive?
So can you tell me which policeman pushed your uncle?
Can you tell me anything about Jack Harkness?
Can you tell me where you were last night?
What can you tell me about this clock?
What can you tell me about this latest homicide?

Alternatives:

Could you tell me why I did it?
Would you be able to tell me why I did it?

will you tell me why i did it

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to ask if someone is willing to explain the reason behind an action.

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Will you tell me the story now?
Will you tell me about your brother?
- Will you tell me something kind?
Will you tell me the message, Nicky?
When will you tell me? - Maybe in a minute.
Then will you tell me everything?
- Will you tell me what's going on?
But will you tell me how I could be otherwise?
- Will you tell me your name?
- Will you tell me more about California?
Will you tell me what I should do?
Miss William will you tell me about your daughter, Jackie?
Will you tell me what you've been dreaming?
Will you tell me something before we finish?
Will you tell me where Emily Stern's body is?
Will you tell me if you plan to hurt Jane?
Will you tell me the story about the fort?
Now will you tell me what the score is?
Will you tell me what it all means?
Well, then, please will you tell me something about yourself?

Alternatives:

Would you tell me why I did it?
Could you please tell me why I did it?

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can you tell me why i did it vs will you tell me why i did it