Cool MateMeaning of Who's this
A question asking for the identity of a person.
In simple words: A way to ask about someone's identity.
Who's this in a sentence
- As the door opened, he turned to his friend and asked, 'Who's this?'
- At the coffee shop, I heard someone ask, 'Who's this?' when a stranger walked in.
- During the video call, I couldn't help but ask, 'Who's this?' when a new face appeared.
- In a game of charades, someone suddenly entered and I wondered, 'Who's this?'
How to use Who's this
Used to inquire about an unknown person, often in informal settings. Appropriate when meeting someone new or when someone enters a conversation unexpectedly.
Grammar pattern
standalone greeting
Memory hint
Think of a scene where you’re in a party and you hear someone new approaching—‘Who's this?’
Related words
Collocations with Who's this
- Who's this over here?
- Who's this on the phone?
- Who's this in the photo?
Synonyms for Who's this
- Who is it?
- Who are you?
- Who’s that?
Common mistakes with Who's this
- Using it in very formal situations where a more direct question is needed.
- Confusing it with 'Who is this?' when referring to a specific person.
- Failing to use proper intonation to convey curiosity.
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Frequently asked questions about "Who's this"
What does "Who's this" mean?
A way to ask about someone's identity.
What is the definition of "Who's this"?
A question asking for the identity of a person.
How do you use "Who's this" in a sentence?
As the door opened, he turned to his friend and asked, 'Who's this?'
Can you give another example of "Who's this"?
At the coffee shop, I heard someone ask, 'Who's this?' when a stranger walked in.
What are synonyms for "Who's this"?
Common alternatives include Who is it?, Who are you?, Who’s that?.
What words go with "Who's this"?
It commonly pairs with Who's this over here?, Who's this on the phone?, Who's this in the photo?.
What are common mistakes when using "Who's this"?
Using it in very formal situations where a more direct question is needed. Confusing it with 'Who is this?' when referring to a specific person. Failing to use proper intonation to convey curiosity.
How do you pronounce "Who's this"?
US: //huːz ðɪs//, UK: //huːz ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Who's this"?
Used to inquire about an unknown person, often in informal settings. Appropriate when meeting someone new or when someone enters a conversation unexpectedly.