What does it mean when someone says and your point is?

A phrase used to urge someone to speak more directly and state their main point. OK, yeah, I was a little late this morning. And your point is? See also: and, point.

Why do people repeat do you know what I mean?

Realistically, phrases like “You know [what I mean]” are usually just time-fillers while the speaker is framing their next substantive remark. And it might be that they’re genuinely wanting to confirm that they’ve conveyed their meaning correctly and you’ve understood them.

Is saying what’s your point rude?

The phrase has such a negative connotation that it’s reached a level where it must sarcastic; asking someone “what’s your point?” is just another way of hinting at them that their words and opinions mean nothing.

How do you use point being?

“The point being is that” is redundant; say just “the point is that” or “the point being that.”

Is asking questions disrespectful?

We are often encouraged to speak our minds and ask questions to show that we care. However, there are times that we have been asked questions that are not only impolite, but rude and hurtful. It may be intentional or unintentional but it’s important to think twice before asking these questions.

What is it called when you say you know a lot?

We may like the people a lot, but just like a song playing too many times, a word can become so irritating that others will avoid the person rather than just tell them. The person saying “you know what I mean” isn’t asking if you know what they mean.

Why do we point at people?

It could be that it just comes across as aggressive, which no one likes. But there’s also the idea that we use pointing to engage in “joint attention,” a developmental skill that allows us to share opinions and even activities with others [source: Patterson ].

Is it rude to point more than your fingers?

We’ve long been told pointing is completely off-limits as a means of communication, but in other cultures people actually point more than their fingers. Is it rude to deliver a magical curse on someone and doom them to a wicked fate?

Are you constantly pointing out deficiencies in others?

Constantly pointing out deficiencies in others is an abusive power play that masquerades as genuine concern. But it’s actually about shifting the focus and with it the responsibility for problems in relationship systems.

Why do some cultures frown on pointing?

A lot of cultures that frown on pointing have figured out perfectly reasonable and efficient ways of signaling direction. In Uganda, for instance, those with an armload of something might be relieved to find that pointing with your lips is a common practice.