which you’re referring to? vs which are you referring to?

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Which are you referring to?' is the more common and natural way to ask someone to specify the thing they are talking about. 'Which you're referring to?' is less common and may sound a bit awkward in comparison.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 960 views

This phrase is correct but less common than the alternative.

"which you’re referring to?"

This phrase is used to ask someone to specify the thing they are talking about. It may sound a bit awkward compared to the more common alternative.

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I think I know what you're referring to.
We are aware of the problem you're referring to.
You're referring to my lady of the night.
Possibly you're referring to my theory that humans may have descended from apes.
If you're referring to patients, those records are also protected.
I really hope you're referring to Richard Wilkes.
I think you're referring to our cameraman who just stands there.
The lamp you're referring to was classic Tiffany style.
I assume you're referring to the conversational variety.
You're referring to your s... wait.
I hope you're referring to the modern use of the adjective.
But I do know the man you're referring to.
I take it you're referring to me.
I know who you're referring to.
You're referring to a clown car.
If you're referring to my psycho ex-wife, she dropped those charges.
You're referring to your recent legal problems.
We know exactly what holiday you're referring to.
If you're referring to the pizza man...
You're referring to a restricted file.

Alternatives:

which are you referring to?

This phrase is the more common and natural way to ask someone to specify the thing they are talking about.

"which are you referring to?"

This phrase is the standard way to ask someone to specify the thing they are talking about. It is more commonly used than the alternative.

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which are you referring to?
Which legend are you referring to?
Which pumpkin are you referring to?
Which one are you referring to?
Which particular choice are you referring to?
Which particular property are you referring to?
Which report are you referring to...
Which Karate Kid are you referring to?
Indicate with the following symbols which date you are referring to: birth, ºº marriage, death.
I would be interested to know to which countries you are referring and what you personally intend to do about it.
Mr Bloom, I cannot say anything about the circumstances to which you are referring.
We have invited the Commission to produce a study for us, which many of you are referring to.
I'm not sure which pattern you are referring to but if you can send me a link or image of where you saw it then I'll try to help.
carolmckayau Thanks, although I'm not sure quite which cowls you are referring to.
In this case, however, and specifically concerning the Foundation for Osteoporosis to which you are referring, there was no such possibility since - and I repeat- the proposals had to do with public health and not social economy.
Mr Posselt, I am very pleased, but in any case, I would remind you that, when requesting a procedural motion, you actually have to indicate the Rule to which you are referring.
(Scoffs) I have moved on so much, I literally have no idea to which Pete you are referring.
I don't know which pattern you are referring to. Do you have a photo or link to where you've seen it?
To what were you referring specifically?
Who exactly are you referring to?
I don't think that Amy appreciates you referring to her...

Alternatives:

which you’re referring to?

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