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In informal speaking, the correct slang is "How come?"
However, the correct grammar to use is simply, "Why?"
Examples using slang and grammatically correct versions:
Slang: How come you didn't text me about the party?
Grammatically correct: Why didn't you text me about the party?
Slang: How come your boyfriend lied on me like that?
Grammatically correct: Why did your boyfriend lie about me?
Slang: How come your mom is so strict?
Grammatically correct: Why is your mom is so strict?
Slang: How come I wasn't asked what I thought?
Grammatically correct: Why wasn't I asked for my opinion?
In speaking or writing, the use of "Why" to begin questions can become boring and unneccessary. Try to vary how you form questions. For example, in some sentences you could replace "Why..." with the phrase "What reason would..."
Slang: How come our neighbor acts so mean to kids?
Grammatically correct: Why does our neighbor act so mean to kids?
An alternate way to write the same question: What reason would our neighbor have to treat kids so meanly?
Note: When switching "how come" to "why" questions, notice how the verb changes tense and how the adverb must change as well. For example, "How come your mother yells..." would change to "Why does your mom yell...".
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Which is correct - It didn't comes up or It didn't come up?
"It didn't come up" is correct. The verb "come" should be in the base form after "didn't."
Which is the correct phrase 'come in to effect' or 'comes in to effect'?
The correct phrase is "come into effect." This is the standard phrasing when referring to something becoming effective or operative.
What is the correct response for como te llamas if you are a boy?
The correct response for a boy would be "Me llamo [your name]."
What is the grammatically correct response to how are you?
The grammatically correct response to "How are you?" is typically "I'm good, thank you," or "I'm doing well, thanks."
Which is correct - 'when did I came' or 'when did I come'?
The correct form is When did I come? (I did come when).
Which is correct It didn't comes up or It didn't come up?
"It didn't come up" is correct.
Which is correct - It didn't comes up or It didn't come up?
"It didn't come up" is correct. The verb "come" should be in the base form after "didn't."
Which is the correct phrase 'come in to effect' or 'comes in to effect'?
The correct phrase is "come into effect." This is the standard phrasing when referring to something becoming effective or operative.
What country did the Mayan system come from?
INCORRECT: It comes from America. The Mayan's were an American-Indian tribe. Krazyruler has spoken... response they are from central American countries not an American Indian tribe. CORRECT: Mayans were brought over from India.
Is the sentence after every storm there comes clear open skies grammatically correct?
"there come"
Is it correct to write Anticipating your kind and favorable response?
The phrase "Anticipating your kind and favorable response" is grammatically correct, but it may come across as overly formal or presumptive. A more neutral option could be "I look forward to your response." This conveys the same sentiment while sounding more conversational.
When you say thank you what is the correct response your welcome or you're welcome?
The correct response is "you're welcome".
Which is correct Once she comes or Once she come?
"Once she comes" because the verb must agree with "she" (third-person singular pronoun). "Once she comes downstairs, we can finish dinner."
When does spectrobes 2 come out in England?
It comes out at the end of february 2009. I think the correct date is 27th
Is the sentence With diversity come tolerance and compassion correct?
it should read "With diversity comes tolerance and compassion"
Thanks a lot for your quick response. Is this a correct sentence?
yeah , i think is correct say a lot of thanks for quick response...
What is the correct response for como te llamas if you are a boy?
The correct response for a boy would be "Me llamo [your name]."
