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What are some clarifying questions?
Examples of Clarifying Questions: Is this what you said…? What resources were used for the project? Did I hear you say…?
How do you use clarification in a sentence?
Clarification sentence example
- If the answers to your questions sound vague, ask for clarification .
- I looked at Willard for clarification .
- This spontaneous clarification was at one time the only method in vogue.
- Make sure you understand the answers, and if not, ask for clarification .
Can we say clarifications?
The noun clarification can be countable or uncountable. In more general, commonly used, contexts, the plural form will also be clarification. However, in more specific contexts, the plural form can also be clarifications e.g. in reference to various types of clarifications or a collection of clarifications.
What do you mean by clarify?
transitive verb. 1 : to make understandable clarify a subject The president was forced to clarify his position on the issue. 2 : to free of confusion needs time to clarify his thoughts. 3 : to make (a liquid or something liquefied) clear or pure usually by freeing from suspended matter clarify syrup.
How do you confirm something in English?
Phrases and Structures Used to Clarify and Check that You Understand
- Question Tags.
- S + Tense (positive or negative) + Objects + , + Opposite Auxiliary Verb + S.
- Can I rephrase what you said/have/said?
- Could you repeat that?
- Are we all on the same page?
- Phrases.
- Let me repeat that.
- Example Situations.
How to ask the other person for clarification?
1 Check your tone of voice. We can say the exact same thing in two entirely different tones of voice. Each intonation will convey very different messages. 2 Be non-accusatory. If you are wanting to ask for clarification politely, blaming the other person is definitely not the way to go. 3 Be inquisitive.
How to ask for clarification-Voice of America?
For example, in one show, Jerry and George take a limousine, or limo, meant for other passengers. They act like they are those passengers by using their names. Listen to George express excitement about what they have done: If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
How to ask a bank representative for clarification?
Write your responses in the comments section. You are in a bank and you want to open a new account. The bank representative is describing the different types of accounts and telling you about online banking. You are not sure you understand his explanation of online banking. Express your lack of understanding and ask for clarification.
Can you get clarification from someone on TV?
On television, communication failures can make for funny stories. But in real life, you probably want to avoid such confusion. In today’s program, we will tell you how to get clarification on what someone has said or written.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvIbyCPNpmc