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What are we waiting for

🇬🇧 UK //wɒt ɑː wɪ ˈweɪtɪŋ fɔː// 🇺🇸 US //wɑt ɑr wi ˈweɪtɪŋ fɔr//

Meaning of What are we waiting for

A question asking why action hasn't started yet.

In simple words: Why are we not starting yet?

What are we waiting for in a sentence

• We've planned this trip for months, so what are we waiting for?
• During the meeting, John asked, 'What are we waiting for to start the project?'
• As we stood at the gate, someone remarked, 'What are we waiting for? Let's board!'

How to use What are we waiting for

Used to prompt action when there's hesitation; informal in casual settings, appropriate in discussions or meetings.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Imagine a group of friends eagerly waiting to go out; one shouts this phrase excitedly.

Related words

Collocations with What are we waiting for

• waiting for something
• waiting for the signal
• waiting for a response

Synonyms for What are we waiting for

• Let's go
• What are we waiting on
• What is the delay
• Shall we proceed

Opposites of What are we waiting for

• Let's act now
• No delay
• Immediate action

Common mistakes with What are we waiting for

• Using it in a formal situation without context.
• Confusing with related phrases like 'What are we waiting?'
• Neglecting to add a subject when rephrasing.

Frequently asked questions about What are we waiting for

What does What are we waiting for mean?

Why are we not starting yet?

What is the definition of What are we waiting for?

A question asking why action hasn't started yet.

How do you use What are we waiting for in a sentence?

We've planned this trip for months, so what are we waiting for?

Can you give another example of What are we waiting for?

During the meeting, John asked, 'What are we waiting for to start the project?'

What are synonyms for What are we waiting for?

Common alternatives include Let's go, What are we waiting on, What is the delay, Shall we proceed.

What is the opposite of What are we waiting for?

Opposite meanings include Let's act now, No delay, Immediate action.

What words go with What are we waiting for?

It commonly pairs with waiting for something, waiting for the signal, waiting for a response.

What are common mistakes when using What are we waiting for?

Using it in a formal situation without context. Confusing with related phrases like 'What are we waiting?' Neglecting to add a subject when rephrasing.

How do you pronounce What are we waiting for?

US: //wɑt ɑr wi ˈweɪtɪŋ fɔr//, UK: //wɒt ɑː wɪ ˈweɪtɪŋ fɔː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What are we waiting for?

Used to prompt action when there's hesitation; informal in casual settings, appropriate in discussions or meetings.