'Does that ...' pronounced [tsaet ...]
editHere are two examples thereof
min 09:02: Does that feel o.k., comfortable? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdLB3udjOR0&feature=youtu.be
min 1:02 : Does that sound good? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdLB3udjOR0&feature=youtu.be --Backinstadiums (talk) 23:56, 3 October 2019 (UTC)
- Longman Pronunciation Dictionary offers [dz] as a weak form of does. --Backinstadiums (talk) 10:07, 4 March 2020 (UTC)
- 'at, and even 't JMGN (talk) 23:51, 5 June 2025 (UTC)
The phrase "or does it" is used to express doubt or uncertainty about a previously stated idea. It implies that the speaker is questioning the validity or accuracy of the preceding statement. It's a way to challenge a claim or introduce an alternative possibility.
For example, if someone says, "This is the best coffee I've ever had," another person might respond with, "Or does it?" to suggest that perhaps it's not actually the best, or that there might be other factors to consider. JMGN (talk) 18:11, 29 July 2025 (UTC)
- No, they would have to say "or is it?". You can't mix "is" and "does" that way. 2A00:23C5:FE1C:3701:8D1C:90E3:5FED:34E9 18:13, 29 July 2025 (UTC)
- Compare the unidiomatic Does time fly, or do you/we? JMGN (talk) 18:18, 29 July 2025 (UTC)