Phrases Asking for Clarification

So you're saying that…?

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Meaning

Are you implying this?

Examples

  • John: 'The budget cuts are significant.'
  • Alice: '<b>So you're saying that</b> we have very little money left?'
  • John: '<b>So you're saying that</b> we can't use it with our current systems?'
  • Alice: 'The software isn't compatible.'