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Is this correct? vs is it correct?

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. The choice between 'is this correct?' and 'is it correct?' depends on the context. 'Is this correct?' is used when referring to something specific that is close to the speaker or being pointed at. 'Is it correct?' is used when referring to something more general or which is located farther away.
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Is this correct?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'is this correct?' when referring to something specific that is close to the speaker or being pointed at.

Examples:

  • Is this correct? The answer is yes.
  • Can you check if this is correct?
  • I'm not sure if this is correct or not.
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  • Sep 7, 2016 ... Hi When asking if a person's telephone number is correct, should I say 'is that correct', or 'is this correct'?
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Alternatives:

  • Is this right?
  • Is this accurate?
  • Is this true?
  • Is this the correct answer?
  • Is this the right way?

is it correct?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'is it correct?' when referring to something more general or further away.

Examples:

  • Is it correct to say that?
  • I'm not sure if it's correct or not.
  • Can you confirm if it's correct?
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  • Oct 7, 2023 ... Is it correct ? I was writing an essay for my English class and I was wondering if this sentence is correct (also if it needs coma anywhere) ...
  • Jul 13, 2020 ... Is it correct that sketchup has so many bugs with gluing - connecting everything and no explode option? SketchUp · bug, exploded · Pepel July 13 ...
  • Mar 6, 2024 ... Row limit on Free plan - Is it correct? Ask for Help · Juliana_Souza March 6, 2024, 12:05am 1. Hey! I'm using the new Free Plan and I'm having ...
  • My overall understanding of Daml - is it correct? Questions · daml, ledger-api, canton · bold November 26, 2022, 7:31am 1. I've been looking into the Daml ...
  • Is it correct to inherit from built-in classes? Ask Question. Asked 15 years, 11 months ago. Modified 15 years, 3 months ago. Viewed 1k times.
  • Sep 2, 2015 ... Is it correct / fair behavior to provide answer copied from other's comments? ... is it correct / fair behavior to provide answer copied ...
  • Mar 21, 2016 ... Is it correct to write "Dear Sirs" when you are sending email to many, while writing a professional email? All related (75). Recommended.
  • Nov 21, 2012 ... Is it correct to refer to a 'post mortem' session even for successful projects? · 8. People who live a long and successful life die. :) · That's a ...

Alternatives:

  • Is that right?
  • Is that accurate?
  • Is that true?
  • Is the answer correct?
  • Is the way correct?

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