How Do You Respond To Obviously?

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Simply

asking “What do you mean?” or “Can you explain it further?

” is a good way to keep them talking. If the details in their obvious point start breaking down it should open the discussion up for a direct counterpoint or counterexample: Obviously blah blah.

How do you say obviously without being rude?

Obviously is

a word people use when they are sure of something

and sure that it’s plainly clear to others. … People also use this word when they’re being mean or sarcastic. If you didn’t know who walked on the moon, a friend might say, “Obviously, it was Neil Armstrong!”

What do you say when someone asks an obvious question?

A rhetorical question is a question someone asks without expecting an answer. The question might not have an answer, or it might have an obvious answer.

Is obvious a rude word?


Obviously

is a word people use when they are sure of something and sure that it’s plainly clear to others. … People also use this word when they’re being mean or sarcastic. If you didn’t know who walked on the moon, a friend might say, “Obviously, it was Neil Armstrong!”

How do you respond to polite way?

  1. thanks for letting me know.
  2. thanks for informing me.
  3. thanks for reminding me that.
  4. good to know.

What is the stupidest question ever asked?

  • If animals could talk, which species would be the rudest of them all? …
  • Would you rather own a horse the size of a cat or a cat the size of a horse? …
  • Are there birds in Canada? …
  • Should I tell my parents I’m adopted? …
  • What happens if you paint your teeth white with nail polish?

What question has no answer?


A rhetorical question

is one for which the questioner does not expect a direct answer: in many cases it may be intended to start a discourse, or as a means of displaying or emphasize the speaker’s or author’s opinion on a topic.

Why you should never use the word obviously?

Words such as “actually” and “obviously” can rub people the wrong way. These words suggest that

the other person does not understand the issue or circumstance

(and that you are right) or understands something (when they may not).

What does stating the obvious mean?

:

to tell people things they already know She accused me

of stating the obvious.

How do you use the word obviously?

You use obviously

when you are stating something that you expect the person who is listening to know already

. Obviously, they’ve had sponsorship from some big companies. You use obviously to indicate that something is easily noticed, seen, or recognized. They obviously appreciate you very much.

What is best reply for thank you?

  • You’re welcome.
  • You’re very welcome.
  • That’s all right.
  • No problem.
  • No worries.
  • Don’t mention it.
  • It’s my pleasure.
  • My pleasure.

What can I say instead of welcome?

  • You got it.
  • Don’t mention it.
  • No worries.
  • Not a problem.
  • My pleasure.
  • It was nothing.
  • I’m happy to help.
  • Not at all.

What do you reply when someone says your pretty?

  1. 01“You must be looking at a mirror.” …
  2. 02“Coming from you, that means a lot.” …
  3. 03“I guess hanging out with you rubbed off on me.” …
  4. 04“Sorry, you must have me mistaken for someone else. …
  5. 05“I guess that makes two of us! …
  6. 06“Thank you, I appreciate that.”

What is the stupidest animal?

  • Ostrich.
  • Flamingo.
  • Panda Bear.
  • Turkey.
  • Jerboa.
  • Goblin Shark.
  • Sloth.
  • Koala.

What is the world’s hardest question?

  • Science is based on the correspondence theory of truth, which claims that truth corresponds with facts and reality.
  • Various philosophers have put forth substantive challenges to the truth claims made by science.
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Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez is a journalism professor and experienced writer. With a passion for communication and education, Juan has taught students from all over the world. He is an expert in language and writing, and has written for various blogs and magazines.