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UK//wɒt duː jʊ kɔːl ðæt//US//wʌt du jʊ kɔl ðæt//

Meaning of What do you call that

A phrase used to ask for the name of something.

In simple words: How do you say that?

What do you call that in a sentence

  • What do you call that thing over there?
  • I forgot, what do you call that type of plant?
  • It's so weird, what do you call that?

How to use What do you call that

Used in casual conversation when asking for the name or term of something. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a confused person pointing at an object and asking, 'What do you call that?'

Related words

Collocations with What do you call that

Synonyms for What do you call that

  • What is that called?
  • How do you refer to that?
  • What's the name of that?

Common mistakes with What do you call that

  • Using in overly formal situations.
  • Confusing with similar phrases like 'what is that called?'

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Frequently asked questions about What do you call that

What does What do you call that mean?

How do you say that?

What is the definition of What do you call that?

A phrase used to ask for the name of something.

How do you use What do you call that in a sentence?

What do you call that thing over there?

Can you give another example of What do you call that?

I forgot, what do you call that type of plant?

What are synonyms for What do you call that?

Common alternatives include What is that called?, How do you refer to that?, What's the name of that?.

What words go with What do you call that?

It commonly pairs with what do you call that thing, what do you call that object, what do you call that place.

What are common mistakes when using What do you call that?

Using in overly formal situations. Confusing with similar phrases like 'what is that called?'

How do you pronounce What do you call that?

US: //wʌt du jʊ kɔl ðæt//, UK: //wɒt duː jʊ kɔːl ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What do you call that formal or informal?

"What do you call that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What do you call that?

Used in casual conversation when asking for the name or term of something. Avoid in formal settings.