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UK//wɒt ɑː jʊ nʌts//US//wɑt ɑr ju nʌts//

Meaning of What are you nuts

A phrase expressing disbelief at someone’s statement or action.

In simple words: Are you crazy?

What are you nuts in a sentence

  • You want to bungee jump from that height? What are you nuts!
  • She said she would run a marathon without training. What are you nuts?
  • You're planning to swim in that cold lake? What are you nuts?
  • He thinks he can quit his job without a backup plan. What are you nuts?

How to use What are you nuts

Used when expressing disbelief or surprise at someone's action or statement. Informal; not suitable for formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine a monkey saying 'nutty' to exaggerate someone's strange ideas.

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Collocations with What are you nuts

Synonyms for What are you nuts

  • Are you crazy?
  • Are you out of your mind?
  • What are you thinking?
  • Are you kidding?
  • Are you serious?

Common mistakes with What are you nuts

  • Confused with 'Are you crazy?' which is more common.
  • Using it in a serious context rather than humorous or light-hearted.
  • Misplacing punctuation which can change the intent.

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Frequently asked questions about What are you nuts

What does What are you nuts mean?

Are you crazy?

What is the definition of What are you nuts?

A phrase expressing disbelief at someone’s statement or action.

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

You want to bungee jump from that height? What are you nuts!

Can you give another example of What are you nuts?

She said she would run a marathon without training. What are you nuts?

What are synonyms for What are you nuts?

Common alternatives include Are you crazy?, Are you out of your mind?, What are you thinking?, Are you kidding?, Are you serious?.

What words go with What are you nuts?

It commonly pairs with What are you thinking?, What are you doing?, What are you saying?.

What are common mistakes when using What are you nuts?

Confused with 'Are you crazy?' which is more common. Using it in a serious context rather than humorous or light-hearted. Misplacing punctuation which can change the intent.

How do you pronounce What are you nuts?

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

Is What are you nuts formal or informal?

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

When should I use What are you nuts?

Used when expressing disbelief or surprise at someone's action or statement. Informal; not suitable for formal settings.