The phrase “begs the question” is an artful way of asserting that a person has made a statement that assumes that which is not proven.
“Begs the question” is a refined way of saying someone is a bullshitter or they don’t know what they’re talking about.
When you say that a person’s statement “begs the question” you are indicating that there is a logical fallacy to their assertion, that they are making an argument or stating a truth that is not, in fact, true.
Begging the question is not a fancy way of saying that you have a question or that you’re curious or that you would like to know more.
So, the next time you preface a question, in response to something I’ve said, by asserting that my statements or presentation “begs the question” don’t be surprised if I pop you in the nose before you finish asking your “begged question”.
Besides, I routinely answer questions without begging. :p
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