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UK//wɒt jʊ ˈtɔːkɪŋ əˈbaʊt//US//wɑt jʊ ˈtɔkɪŋ əˈbaʊt//

Meaning of What you talking about

A casual way to ask someone to clarify their statement.

In simple words: A phrase asking someone to explain what they mean.

What you talking about in a sentence

  • I didn't get that joke; what you talking about?
  • When he said he was leaving, I was like, what you talking about?
  • She mentioned a secret plan, and I just asked, what you talking about?
  • He pointed at the map and I responded, what you talking about?
  • I'm confused by your comment, what you talking about?

How to use What you talking about

Used casually in conversation. Avoid in formal settings; it's more of a street or relaxed expression.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine someone overhearing a confusing conversation and asking for clarification.

Related words

Collocations with What you talking about

  • what you talking about moment
  • what you talking about, Willis?
  • what you talking about now?

Synonyms for What you talking about

Common mistakes with What you talking about

  • Using in formal discussions.
  • Not using in response to unclear statements.
  • Confusing with 'What are you talking about?'

Compare What you talking about with What do you mean, What are you saying

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Frequently asked questions about What you talking about

What does What you talking about mean?

A phrase asking someone to explain what they mean.

What is the definition of What you talking about?

A casual way to ask someone to clarify their statement.

How do you use What you talking about in a sentence?

I didn't get that joke; what you talking about?

Can you give another example of What you talking about?

When he said he was leaving, I was like, what you talking about?

What are synonyms for What you talking about?

Common alternatives include What do you mean?, Explain that., What are you saying?.

What words go with What you talking about?

It commonly pairs with what you talking about moment, what you talking about, Willis?, what you talking about now?.

What are common mistakes when using What you talking about?

Using in formal discussions. Not using in response to unclear statements. Confusing with 'What are you talking about?'

How do you pronounce What you talking about?

US: //wɑt jʊ ˈtɔkɪŋ əˈbaʊt//, UK: //wɒt jʊ ˈtɔːkɪŋ əˈbaʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What you talking about formal or informal?

"What you talking about" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What you talking about?

Used casually in conversation. Avoid in formal settings; it's more of a street or relaxed expression.