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HOW YOU CAN SAY THAT vs HOW CAN YOU SAY THAT

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'How can you say that?' is the more common and natural way to ask someone about a statement they made. 'How you can say that' could be used in a more informal or poetic context, but it is less common in everyday conversation.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 769 views

HOW YOU CAN SAY THAT

This phrase is correct but less common in everyday conversation. It could be used in a more informal or poetic context.

This phrase could be used in a more informal or poetic context to ask about someone's ability to say something.
  • I do not quite understand therefore how you can say that the window has been slammed shut again, because the opposite is the case. Por lo tanto, no ...
  • Aug 3, 2012 ... In this lesson, I want to talk about how you can say that you have a feeling in Spanish. Now you can use the verb "presentir.' It's an --ir verb and ...
  • The sentences above explain how you can say that one “looks like” something, but in practice, it is often more common to say that something is just “like” ...
  • Jun 29, 2011 ... I'm not sure how you can say that the South was better when in fact they lost. I do not have any sort of problem with the South or the people ...

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HOW CAN YOU SAY THAT

This phrase is the more common and natural way to ask someone about a statement they made.

This phrase is commonly used to ask someone about a statement they made, expressing surprise, disbelief, or curiosity.
  • Mar 17, 2024 ... How can you say that you are a mid-level developer in unity? Question. Hello, I am asking to satisfy my curiosity in relation to my progress ...
  • Dec 1, 2003 ... How Can You Say That Mary Is the 'New Eve'? ... OBJECTOR: Now that Christmas is approaching, a lot of people are thinking about Christ more than ...
  • May 12, 2024 ... How can you say that a horror movie is great? Discussion. I love watching horror movies and since I've been watching a lot, some movies don't ...
  • Feb 27, 2017 ... How can you say that you know a language? All related (52).
  • Jul 6, 2009 ... "How can you say that?" might work. It sounds like B has very strong doubts though. If he just wants proof, I think he would say: B: "Prove ...
  • Jun 19, 2018 ... Originally Answered: How can you say that you are happy? ·. because we live what we believe, so our definition to happiness will let us wait ...
  • Jun 8, 2023 ... How can you say that you love someone you can't tell is dying? ale.
  • Dec 20, 2017 ... How can you say that you're in love with someone? Let's say I'm in love with you, how can I confirm it? All related (41). Recommended.
  • Apr 11, 2022 ... "How can you say that?" would be natural. Thank you! Reactions: le avocado · le avocado. Senior Member. Vietnamese. Apr 11, 2022 · #3.
  • How Can You Say That: What to Say to Your Daughter When One of You Just Said Something Awful [Amy Lynch, Linda Ashford] on Amazon.com.

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