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UK//wɒt ə juː ˈseɪɪŋ//US//wɑt ɑr ju ˈseɪɪŋ//

Meaning of What are you saying

A phrase used to ask someone for clarification of their statement.

In simple words: What do you mean?

What are you saying in a sentence

  • I was confused and said, 'What are you saying?' after he made his claim.
  • 'What are you saying?' I asked, trying to understand her strange comment.
  • When he replied unexpectedly, I couldn't help but ask, 'What are you saying?'
  • 'What are you saying?' she whispered when she heard the shocking news.
  • After his joke fell flat, I replied with a puzzled, 'What are you saying?'

How to use What are you saying

Typically used during conversations when you're surprised or confused about someone’s statement. More casual than formal inquiries.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine someone saying something surprising, and you ask, 'What are you saying?' with wide eyes.

Related words

Collocations with What are you saying

  • What are you saying about?
  • What are you saying here?
  • I don't understand what you're saying

Synonyms for What are you saying

Common mistakes with What are you saying

  • Used in overly formal situations.
  • Not using proper intonation.
  • Confused with 'What do you mean?'

Compare What are you saying with What did you say, What do you mean, Excuse me

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Frequently asked questions about What are you saying

What does What are you saying mean?

What do you mean?

What is the definition of What are you saying?

A phrase used to ask someone for clarification of their statement.

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

I was confused and said, 'What are you saying?' after he made his claim.

Can you give another example of What are you saying?

'What are you saying?' I asked, trying to understand her strange comment.

What are synonyms for What are you saying?

Common alternatives include What did you say?, Can you repeat that?, What do you mean?, Huh?, Excuse me?.

What words go with What are you saying?

It commonly pairs with What are you saying about?, What are you saying here?, I don't understand what you're saying.

What are common mistakes when using What are you saying?

Used in overly formal situations. Not using proper intonation. Confused with 'What do you mean?'

How do you pronounce What are you saying?

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

Is What are you saying formal or informal?

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

When should I use What are you saying?

Typically used during conversations when you're surprised or confused about someone’s statement. More casual than formal inquiries.