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UK//wɒt kæn jʊ duː//US//wɑt kæn ju du//

Meaning of What can you do

A phrase used to inquire about possible actions or abilities.

In simple words: A question asking about possible actions or options.

What can you do in a sentence

  • When we plan our trip, I want to ask, 'What can you do?'
  • In the meeting, she raised her hand and asked, 'What can you do to help?'
  • When faced with a challenge, it's important to consider, 'What can you do?'
  • He looked at his friend and said, 'What can you do if you get stuck?'
  • During the workshop, they shared ideas about, 'What can you do on a budget?'

How to use What can you do

Use in informal conversations to ask for suggestions or options. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of asking someone about all the things they are capable of doing.

Related words

Collocations with What can you do

  • ask what you can do
  • discuss what you can do
  • find out what you can do

Synonyms for What can you do

  • What are your options?
  • What is possible?
  • What abilities do you have?

Common mistakes with What can you do

  • Omitting 'can' and saying 'What you do?'
  • Confusing with 'What you can do?' which is less natural.
  • Using it in overly formal situations.

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Frequently asked questions about "What can you do"

What does "What can you do" mean?

A question asking about possible actions or options.

What is the definition of "What can you do"?

A phrase used to inquire about possible actions or abilities.

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

When we plan our trip, I want to ask, 'What can you do?'

Can you give another example of "What can you do"?

In the meeting, she raised her hand and asked, 'What can you do to help?'

What are synonyms for "What can you do"?

Common alternatives include What are your options?, What is possible?, What abilities do you have?.

What words go with "What can you do"?

It commonly pairs with ask what you can do, discuss what you can do, find out what you can do.

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

Omitting 'can' and saying 'What you do?' Confusing with 'What you can do?' which is less natural. Using it in overly formal situations.

How do you pronounce "What can you do"?

US: //wɑt kæn ju du//, UK: //wɒt kæn jʊ duː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "What can you do"?

Use in informal conversations to ask for suggestions or options. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.