Why do you think so? vs WHAT MAKE YOU THINK SO?

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different structures and meanings. 'Why do you think so?' is a more common and natural way to ask someone about the reasons behind their thoughts or beliefs. On the other hand, 'What makes you think so?' is also correct but less commonly used. It focuses more on the specific factors or reasons that led to the person's thinking.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

Why do you think so?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to ask someone about the reasons behind their thoughts or beliefs.

This phrase is used to inquire about the rationale or basis for someone's opinion, belief, or statement.

Alternatives:

What is your reasoning for that?
Can you explain your thought process?
What leads you to that conclusion?
Why do you believe that?
What is the basis for your opinion?

WHAT MAKE YOU THINK SO?

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English. It focuses more on the specific factors or reasons that led to the person's thinking.

This phrase is used to ask someone about the specific factors or reasons that have influenced their thoughts or beliefs.

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-What makes you think so?
- What makes you think so?
What makes you think they're so dangerous?
What makes you think mine is so bad?
What makes you think you're so smart?
What makes you think I'm so special?
Look, not that it matters, but just for the record, what makes you think Oliver is so wrong?
What makes you think you're so special?
What makes you think you're so special?
- She said, "and what makes you think you're so special?"
So what do you think makes you so exceptional?
Is it the Miura that makes you think so?
What makes you think I sleep?
What makes you think Kendrick can?
Then what makes you think that?
Darling, what makes you think that?
What makes you think that? I feel it's right.
And what makes you think that?
And what makes you think otherwise?
created perhaps worked to see the carnage carnage that makes you think so?

Alternatives:

What is the reason behind your thinking?
What has influenced your opinion?
What factors contribute to your belief?
What has led you to that conclusion?
What are the grounds for your belief?

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Why do you think so? vs WHAT MAKE YOU THINK SO?