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what do you mean vs what are you meaning

The phrase 'What do you mean?' is correct and commonly used in English to ask for clarification or explanation. 'What are you meaning?' is not a standard construction in English and sounds awkward. Therefore, 'What do you mean?' is the correct phrase to use in this context.
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what do you mean

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask for clarification or explanation.

This phrase is used to ask someone to explain or clarify what they have said or done.

Examples:

  • What do you mean by that?
  • I don't understand, what do you mean?
  • Can you please elaborate on what you mean?
  • I'm confused, what do you mean?
  • Could you clarify what you mean?
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Alternatives:

  • What are you trying to say?
  • Can you explain that further?
  • Could you elaborate on that?
  • What are you getting at?
  • I'm not following, can you clarify?

what are you meaning

This phrase is not a standard construction in English and is not commonly used.

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