This is what happens when the receiver interprets the message from someone else. Let's try another answer.

You would like to ask him what is going on$,$ but you need to figure out how to convert your thoughts into words and nonverbal signals that are appropriate for the workplace. Which process are you going through?

Encoding $($also referred to as "Composing"$)$

Receiving

Feedback $($also referred to as "Replying"$)$