How do you clarify a question?

Guidelines for Clarifying

1. Admit if you are unsure about what the speaker means.
2. Ask for repetition.
3. State what the speaker has said as you understand it, and check whether this is what they really said.
4. Ask for specific examples.
5. Use open, non-directive questions – if appropriate.

How do you politely answer a rude question?

Useful Expressions to Handle Uncomfortable Questions

1. I’d rather not say.
2. I’d prefer not to talk about that.
3. I’d rather not get into [this topic] at this event.
4. I’d prefer not to discuss this right now.
5. I’m sorry, that’s private.
6. That’s a little too personal.
7. That topic is too difficult to discuss at this moment.

How do you politely ask a sensitive question?

How to ask sensitive questions

1. Be a good chap. The conversation shouldn’t feel like an interrogation, but a discussion.
2. Share information yourself.
3. After asking the question — listen.
4. If you don’t understand something, rephrase the question and ask again.

Is it rude to ask “why are you asking that question?

In these situations, it is probably best not to say, “Why are you asking,” because it will, inevitably, sound rude. And, although the questioner is being rude, it is clear from your question that you do not wish to be rude in response.

How do you deal with rude people?

By avoiding habitually rude people, you take away their audience and give them fewer targets to lash out at. A lack of an audience will also defuse the situation. If everyone around them begins giving them a wide berth, perhaps it will be a wake-up call. And if not, it will at least help everyone else have a better day.

Should you keep your mouth shut when someone asks you about something?

Mighty contributor Jordyn C. says it best: “The overall rule should be that unless you actually physically know what I am going through, then keep your mouth shut please.” The people asking questions may think they are saying the right thing, but they may actually be causing more harm.

What to say to your doctor if they give unsolicited advice?

“If it’s unsolicited advice: ‘I promise you if it’s obvious to you, at some point I or one of my several doctors have thought of it.’” – Kitty P. 17. “’What’s wrong with you?’ can get two different responses from me depending on my mood. ‘Nothing, what about you?’ or ‘My medical information is between me and my doctors.