Meaning
When someone asks "Do you know how to" it means they are asking if you're able to do something because you have the necessary knowledge.
Today's Sentences
- Do you know how to fix a car?
- Do you know how to play chess?
- Do you know how to make coffee?
- Do you know how to grow a plant?
- Do you know how to hem a dress?
01
Do you know how to fix a car?
Situation 1
Is everything ok?
Looks like something isn’t right.
Do you know how to fix a car?
I don’t.
But I can call a tow truck for you.
That would be very helpful.
Thank you.
Situation 2
Do you know how to fix a car?
Depends on what’s broken.
I think my battery is dead and I need to repair a tire.
I can definitely fix those two things.
All you need is a boost for the battery and a spare tire until you get a new one.
02
Do you know how to play chess?
Situation 1
Do you know how to play chess?
No, actually I don’t.
I’ve never understood the rules of the game.
I’m kinda looking for someone to play with.
Let me try to learn the rules and I’d love to play with you.
Situation 2
What are you up to?
I’m just playing a game.
Do you know how to play chess?
I’m a chess prodigy.
Let’s set up the board again.
Why didn’t you tell me sooner?
I’ve been looking for someone to play with for months!
03
Do you know how to make coffee?
Situation 1
Do you know how to make coffee?
No, but my coffee machine does.
You’ve got one of those fancy automated pour over machines.
It’s the perfect cup, every time.
Situation 2
Do you know how to make coffee?
I took a barista certification class so yes, I know a good cup of coffee.
That’s awesome.
Make me a cup, I wanna try!
Sure, one cup of coffee coming right up.
04
Do you know how to grow a plant?
Situation 1
Do you know how to grow a plant?
Give it some water and sun.
Make sure the leaves and dirt are in good condition.
Sounds easy, right?
I kill every single plant despite my good efforts.
Just give it a bit more love and care.
Situation 2
I just don’t know what to do anymore.
What’s wrong?
I feel like this plant isn’t going to live very long.
Do you know how to grow a plant?
Let’s take a look.
The dirt looks a little dry and the leaves are a little droopy.
Maybe some water?
05
Do you know how to hem a dress?
Situation 1
Do you know how to hem a dress?
Actually, I do.
I’ve got a sewing machine at home.
I need this dress tightened in the waist.
I can do that for you.
Come over on the weekend so I can measure and pin it for you.
Situation 2
Do you know how to hem a dress?
No, I don’t.
Why don’t you take it to a seamstress?
Do you know where one is?
There’s a tiny place near the station that does laundry and alterations.
