What this episode is really about
The core expression is “Who does that?” and its variations like “Who says that?” or “Who even thinks like that?”.
These are rhetorical reactions. You are not asking for an actual answer. You are reacting to something that feels:
- unusually kind
- shockingly rude
- socially odd
- outside the norm
The tone can be positive, negative, or playful, depending on the situation and your intonation.
Expressions worth memorizing
1. Who does that?
Meaning: That behavior feels unusual, surprising, or outside the norm.
Why it is useful:
This is a very natural native reaction. It works in daily conversations when you want to show surprise, admiration, disbelief, or mild judgment.
Examples:
- My neighbor shoveled the snow off my driveway before I woke up. Who does that?
- He had his friend break up with me over text. Who does that?
- She spent two hours helping me prepare for my interview. Who does that?
Nuance:
This can sound warm and impressed, or critical and disapproving.
2. Who even does that?
Meaning: A stronger, more emotional version of “Who does that?”
Why it is useful:
Adding even makes your reaction sound more emphatic and natural in spoken English. This is especially useful in emotionally charged moments.
Examples:
- He asked me to pay for his birthday dinner. Who even does that?
- She remembered the tiny detail I told her months ago and got me the perfect gift. Who even does that?
- They alphabetized their spice rack by brand and color. Who even does that?
Nuance:
This usually sounds more intense, dramatic, or expressive.
3. Who says that?
Meaning: That comment feels rude, weird, inappropriate, or surprising.
Why it is useful:
This is great for reacting to shocking words, not actions.
Examples:
- He told me I was boring on the first date. Who says that?
- She looked at my lunch and said, “That smells terrible.” Who says that?
- He told his team, “I don’t care if you’re overwhelmed.” Who says that?
Nuance:
Usually negative, though it can sometimes be playful among close friends.
4. Who thinks like that?
Meaning: You strongly disagree with someone’s mindset, belief, or way of reasoning.
Why it is useful:
This helps you react to opinions or values, especially when they feel outdated, unfair, or strange.
Examples:
- He said men shouldn’t cook. Who thinks like that?
- She believes being busy means being important. Who thinks like that?
- He said pets are “just objects.” Who thinks like that?
Nuance:
This is more personal and stronger than “Who says that?” because it targets the way someone thinks.
5. I mean, who does that?
Meaning: A more conversational, natural, native-sounding lead-in before your reaction.
Why it is useful:
I mean is one of the most common spoken-English tools for softening, building emphasis, and sounding more natural.
Examples:
- He showed up to the wedding in jeans. I mean, who does that?
- She made homemade soup and left it at my door. I mean, who does that?
- He licks the salt off his fries before eating them. I mean, who does that?
Nuance:
This sounds very fluent and conversational. It gives your reaction a little buildup.
Role play scripts from the episode
Role Play 1: Soup at the doorstep
Michelle: I was sick last week, but my friend made me soup and left it at my doorstep.
Lindsay: Wow. Who even does that, Michelle?
Michelle: Yeah, she’s amazing.
Role Play 2: Boyfriend, fries, and proposal
Michelle: So then he says, “I’m second-guessing our relationship because of your dog.”
Lindsay: What? Who says that?
Michelle: I know. Lindsay, are you licking your French fries?
Lindsay: Um, yes. I like the salt.
Michelle: Okay. I mean, who does that?
Lindsay: I know. It’s a gross habit. Anyway, so I said to him, “Who even thinks like that?”
Michelle: What did he say?
Lindsay: He told me he was joking and he proposed.
Michelle: He’s amazing. I mean, really, who does that?
A paragraph using all the expressions
My friend told me her coworker stayed late to help her finish a presentation, and I said, “Who does that?” These days, that kind of generosity really stands out. Then she told me another coworker had called her lazy in front of everyone, and I reacted, “Who says that?” Later, we started talking about a guy who believes people should never take mental health days, and I said, “Who thinks like that?” She laughed and told me her brother color-codes his socks by season, and I said, “Who even does that?” Honestly, moments like that are why I love this expression. I mean, who does that? It says so much with just a few words.
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