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Teleostomi Posted 20 years ago
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"Aren't you smart?"---sarcastic?

Is saying "Aren't you smart?" really sarcastic? One book I'm reading says it is, and should be "You are smart, aren't you."
  

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" really sarcastic? " It can have different meanings, neutral, ironic or complementary.

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TeleostomiIs saying "Aren't you smart?" really sarcastic? One book I'm reading says it is, and should be "You are smart, aren't you."
It can have different meanings, neutral, ironic or complementary.
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Sarcasm depends upon the tone of voice rather than the actual words.
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Nona The BritSarcasm depends upon the tone of voice rather than the actual words.
Does it now?

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