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UK//huː ɔː wɒt ɪz//US//huː ɔr wɑt ɪz//

Meaning of Who or what is

A phrase for inquiring about the identity or nature of someone or something.

In simple words: A phrase used to ask for information about someone or something.

Who or what is in a sentence

  • Who or what is responsible for this project?
  • Can you tell me who or what is causing the noise?
  • I wonder who or what is behind this mystery.
  • Who or what is your favorite character from the book?
  • Who or what is driving this initiative forward?

How to use Who or what is

Used to introduce questions about identity or descriptions. Not typically used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'who' as people and 'what' as objects.

Related words

Collocations with Who or what is

  • who is
  • what is
  • who or what
  • ask who or what
  • identify who or what

Synonyms for Who or what is

Common mistakes with Who or what is

  • Omitting 'is' in questions.
  • 'Who or what' used incorrectly in casual contexts.

Compare Who or what is with Who is it, What is it, Identify, Describe

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Frequently asked questions about Who or what is

What does Who or what is mean?

A phrase used to ask for information about someone or something.

What is the definition of Who or what is?

A phrase for inquiring about the identity or nature of someone or something.

How do you use Who or what is in a sentence?

Who or what is responsible for this project?

Can you give another example of Who or what is?

Can you tell me who or what is causing the noise?

What are synonyms for Who or what is?

Common alternatives include Who is it?, What is it?, Identify, Describe, Ask about.

What words go with Who or what is?

It commonly pairs with who is, what is, who or what, ask who or what, identify who or what.

What are common mistakes when using Who or what is?

Omitting 'is' in questions. 'Who or what' used incorrectly in casual contexts.

How do you pronounce Who or what is?

US: //huː ɔr wɑt ɪz//, UK: //huː ɔː wɒt ɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Who or what is?

Used to introduce questions about identity or descriptions. Not typically used in formal writing.