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UK//wɒt ə dɪʃ//US//wɑt ə dɪʃ//

Meaning of What a dish

A compliment for someone's attractiveness or charm.

In simple words: A way to say someone or something is very attractive or interesting.

What a dish in a sentence

  • Did you see Sarah in that dress? What a dish!
  • When he walked in, everyone noticed him – what a dish!
  • That's quite a dish of a car you've got there!
  • Her performance was stunning, what a dish she is!
  • He’s definitely a dish; he knows how to work a room.

How to use What a dish

Used to compliment someone's appearance or charm. Appropriate in casual conversations but may not suit formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of food being very pleasing to the eyes, just like an attractive person.

Related words

Collocations with What a dish

  • such a dish
  • what a dish he is
  • what a gorgeous dish
  • to call someone a dish

Synonyms for What a dish

Common mistakes with What a dish

  • Using in formal contexts.
  • Confusing with 'what a catch', which suggests someone is desirable as a partner.
  • Assuming it can describe anything, when it's usually about people.

Compare What a dish with Knockout, Beauty, Babe

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Frequently asked questions about What a dish

What does What a dish mean?

A way to say someone or something is very attractive or interesting.

What is the definition of What a dish?

A compliment for someone's attractiveness or charm.

How do you use What a dish in a sentence?

Did you see Sarah in that dress? What a dish!

Can you give another example of What a dish?

When he walked in, everyone noticed him – what a dish!

What are synonyms for What a dish?

Common alternatives include stunner, knockout, beauty, babe, charmer.

What words go with What a dish?

It commonly pairs with such a dish, what a dish he is, what a gorgeous dish, to call someone a dish.

What are common mistakes when using What a dish?

Using in formal contexts. Confusing with 'what a catch', which suggests someone is desirable as a partner. Assuming it can describe anything, when it's usually about people.

How do you pronounce What a dish?

US: //wɑt ə dɪʃ//, UK: //wɒt ə dɪʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What a dish formal or informal?

"What a dish" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What a dish?

Used to compliment someone's appearance or charm. Appropriate in casual conversations but may not suit formal settings.