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Do I look like I want to have kids? Do I look like someone who wants to have kids? Which one sounds more natural and why?
17 jan. 2025 12:08
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Both are correct, but the second is more common, and here’s why: If you say “Do I look like I want…” it sounds like you’re asking how you look *right now*. For instance, I would say “Do I look like I want to have kids” while holding a baby at arms length or hiding from a group of kids. The second option sounds like a more general question about what kind of person you look like.
17 jan. 2025 18:56
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Both sentences are grammatically correct and natural, but the second one "Do I look like someone who wants to have kids?" —sounds slightly more polished and common in everyday conversation. Here's why: 1. Tone and clarity: Adding "someone who" makes the sentence sound less abrupt and more thoughtful. It shifts the focus to how others perceive you, which aligns with the intention of the question. 2. Subtlety: The second version feels less direct or confrontational, which can make it more comfortable in certain contexts. 3. Usage frequency: The phrase "Do I look like someone who..." is more commonly used when asking rhetorical or reflective questions about perceptions. If you're aiming for a casual or humorous tone, the first version works too. It all depends on the context!
17 jan. 2025 16:11
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Both sound completely natural to me, with slightly different emphasis. I couldn't really explain why, but I think the second one sounds marginally more natural.
17 jan. 2025 13:35
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