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UK//wɒt ɑː juː//US//wɑt ɑr ju//

Meaning of What are you

A phrase used to ask someone about their identity or state of being.

In simple words: A common question asking about someone's identity or feelings.

What are you in a sentence

  • When I saw him after a long time, I asked, 'What are you?'
  • 'What are you doing this weekend?' she asked with curiosity.
  • 'What are you going to do about this situation?' he inquired.
  • During the meeting, I was curious and said, 'What are you thinking?'
  • Asking 'What are you planning for dinner?' can spark a conversation.

How to use What are you

Used in casual conversation to inquire about someone's current emotional state or identity; not typically used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

question phrase

Memory hint

Think of it as checking on someone's status; like 'What are you doing?'

Related words

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Synonyms for What are you

Common mistakes with What are you

  • Often incorrectly structured as 'What you are?'
  • Confused with 'Who are you?' which asks for identification.
  • Misused in contexts where a more specific question is appropriate.

Compare What are you with Who are you, How are you, What's up?

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Frequently asked questions about "What are you"

What does "What are you" mean?

A common question asking about someone's identity or feelings.

What is the definition of "What are you"?

A phrase used to ask someone about their identity or state of being.

How do you use "What are you" in a sentence?

When I saw him after a long time, I asked, 'What are you?'

Can you give another example of "What are you"?

'What are you doing this weekend?' she asked with curiosity.

What are synonyms for "What are you"?

Common alternatives include Who are you, How are you, What’s up.

What words go with "What are you"?

It commonly pairs with What are you doing, What are you thinking, What are you up to.

What are common mistakes when using "What are you"?

Often incorrectly structured as 'What you are?' Confused with 'Who are you?' which asks for identification. Misused in contexts where a more specific question is appropriate.

How do you pronounce "What are you"?

US: //wɑt ɑr ju//, UK: //wɒt ɑː juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "What are you"?

Used in casual conversation to inquire about someone's current emotional state or identity; not typically used in formal writing.