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What ever is that

🇬🇧 UK //ˈwɒt ˈɛvə ɪz ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈwɑt ˈɛvər ɪz ðæt//

Meaning of What ever is that

A phrase expressing confusion or curiosity about something unfamiliar.

In simple words: A phrase used to express disbelief or confusion about something.

What ever is that in a sentence

• When I saw the strange machine, I thought, 'What ever is that?'
• She pointed at the unusual fruit and exclaimed, 'What ever is that!'
• Looking at the messy room, he asked, 'What ever is that smell?'
• I turned the corner and saw a giant statue, thinking, 'What ever is that?'.
• Seeing the bizarre artwork, I couldn't help but utter, 'What ever is that!'

How to use What ever is that

Usually used in casual conversation. Can show surprise or disapproval. Not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone seeing something strange and saying, 'What ever is that?', with a puzzled look.

Related words

Collocations with What ever is that

• What ever is that object
• What ever is that noise
• What ever is that smell

Synonyms for What ever is that

• What is that
• What's that
• What could that be
• What is going on

Common mistakes with What ever is that

• Using it in a formal setting.
• Mispronouncing 'whatever' as 'what ever'.
• Using it without proper context.

Frequently asked questions about What ever is that

What does What ever is that mean?

A phrase used to express disbelief or confusion about something.

What is the definition of What ever is that?

A phrase expressing confusion or curiosity about something unfamiliar.

How do you use What ever is that in a sentence?

When I saw the strange machine, I thought, 'What ever is that?'

Can you give another example of What ever is that?

She pointed at the unusual fruit and exclaimed, 'What ever is that!'

What are synonyms for What ever is that?

Common alternatives include What is that, What's that, What could that be, What is going on.

What words go with What ever is that?

It commonly pairs with What ever is that object, What ever is that noise, What ever is that smell.

What are common mistakes when using What ever is that?

Using it in a formal setting. Mispronouncing 'whatever' as 'what ever'. Using it without proper context.

How do you pronounce What ever is that?

US: //ˈwɑt ˈɛvər ɪz ðæt//, UK: //ˈwɒt ˈɛvə ɪz ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What ever is that formal or informal?

"What ever is that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What ever is that?

Usually used in casual conversation. Can show surprise or disapproval. Not suitable for formal contexts.