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UK//wɒts ɪt seɪ//US//wɑts ɪt seɪ//

Meaning of What's it say

A casual way to ask for the meaning or content of something.

In simple words: What does it mean?

What's it say in a sentence

  • I found this note in my pocket, but what's it say?
  • I got this text message; what's it say again?
  • I couldn't understand the letter, so I asked, 'What's it say?'
  • During the meeting, I was confused by the report; I whispered, 'What's it say?'

How to use What's it say

Commonly used in casual conversations to ask for clarification or information about something, typically written or spoken. Not suitable for formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Remember 'What it say?'—imagine a friend asking about a mysterious note.

Related words

Collocations with What's it say

  • What's it say about
  • What's it say on
  • What's it say here

Synonyms for What's it say

  • What does it mean?
  • What does it state?
  • What does it indicate?

Common mistakes with What's it say

  • Used too formally in serious settings.
  • Confused with 'What's it sayin'?' which is more colloquial.
  • Omitting context, making it unclear what is being referred to.

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Frequently asked questions about "What's it say"

What does "What's it say" mean?

What does it mean?

What is the definition of "What's it say"?

A casual way to ask for the meaning or content of something.

How do you use "What's it say" in a sentence?

I found this note in my pocket, but what's it say?

Can you give another example of "What's it say"?

I got this text message; what's it say again?

What are synonyms for "What's it say"?

Common alternatives include What does it mean?, What does it state?, What does it indicate?.

What words go with "What's it say"?

It commonly pairs with What's it say about, What's it say on, What's it say here.

What are common mistakes when using "What's it say"?

Used too formally in serious settings. Confused with 'What's it sayin'?' which is more colloquial. Omitting context, making it unclear what is being referred to.

How do you pronounce "What's it say"?

US: //wɑts ɪt seɪ//, UK: //wɒts ɪt seɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is "What's it say" formal or informal?

"What's it say" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use "What's it say"?

Commonly used in casual conversations to ask for clarification or information about something, typically written or spoken. Not suitable for formal situations.