All Ears English Podcast AEE 2591: Who Even Does That?! How to Comment When Actions Are Outside the Norm
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Mar 31, 2026 They unpack the rhetorical phrase who does that as a way to react to surprising actions. They show positive and negative uses with everyday examples like food and tidiness. Variations such as who says that and who even thinks like that are explored. Tone, emphasis and cultural sensitivity are emphasized to avoid missteps in teasing or serious situations.
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Use Who Does That To Express Surprise
- Use the rhetorical phrase who does that to express surprise when someone's action is outside the norm.
- It's not a real question; say it to highlight that an action (like leaving soup on a doorstep) is unusually kind or unexpected.
Same Phrase Can Praise Or Criticize
- Who does that can be positive or negative depending on context and tone.
- Examples include praising a friend who spends hours advising you or criticizing someone who ended a relationship badly.
Particular Hosts Who Protect Their Pans
- Lindsay describes staying in a house with an owner who is extremely particular about order and uses protective paper between pans.
- She reacts with who does that to show the lifestyle clash and unfamiliarity.