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UK//wɒt duː jʊ miːn 'eɪ kɪd//US//wɔt du jʊ min 'eɪ kɪd//

Meaning of What do you mean 'a kid'

A question asking for clarification about the term 'kid'.

In simple words: What do you mean when you say 'a child'?

What do you mean 'a kid' in a sentence

  • When you say you saw a kid at the park, what do you mean?
  • Wait, what do you mean 'a kid'? Are you serious?
  • I didn't understand your comment. What do you mean 'a kid'?

How to use What do you mean 'a kid'

This phrase is casual and often used in conversations among friends. It can indicate confusion or surprise about someone's statement regarding a child.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Imagine asking a parent who just referred to children as 'kids' — you want to understand!

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Common mistakes with What do you mean 'a kid'

  • Misplacing the apostrophe in 'kid's'
  • Using it in overly formal situations
  • Assuming it is a direct translation for other languages

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What does What do you mean 'a kid' mean?

What do you mean when you say 'a child'?

What is the definition of What do you mean 'a kid'?

A question asking for clarification about the term 'kid'.

How do you use What do you mean 'a kid' in a sentence?

When you say you saw a kid at the park, what do you mean?

Can you give another example of What do you mean 'a kid'?

Wait, what do you mean 'a kid'? Are you serious?

What are synonyms for What do you mean 'a kid'?

Common alternatives include What do you mean?, Can you clarify?, What do you mean by that?.

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It commonly pairs with what do you mean, 'a kid', mean by.

What are common mistakes when using What do you mean 'a kid'?

Misplacing the apostrophe in 'kid's' Using it in overly formal situations Assuming it is a direct translation for other languages

How do you pronounce What do you mean 'a kid'?

US: //wɔt du jʊ min 'eɪ kɪd//, UK: //wɒt duː jʊ miːn 'eɪ kɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What do you mean 'a kid' formal or informal?

"What do you mean 'a kid'" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What do you mean 'a kid'?

This phrase is casual and often used in conversations among friends. It can indicate confusion or surprise about someone's statement regarding a child.