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which one is better to use?
which of the following sentences is better to use when asking the meaning of a word, phrase, etc? i want to know which one is more common in speaking?
A) What does ..... mean?
B) What's the meaning of ..... ?
Apr 30, 2013 1:57 PM
Answers · 4
1
You can use the both . they are correct
April 30, 2013
1
Both are correct. What's the meaning of ... is a very formal form of asking a question and not used very often.
April 30, 2013
Both are correct, but "what does...mean" is used more often.
April 30, 2013
I think B) is better.
April 30, 2013
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