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UK//wɒt ɛls//US//wɑt ɛls//

Meaning of What else

A question asking for additional information or options.

In simple words: Something additional or different.

What else in a sentence

  • Can you tell me what else I should prepare for the meeting?
  • What else do you like to do in your free time?
  • She mentioned her plan, but what else is there?
  • I'm interested in this offer, but what else do you have?
  • What else can we do to improve our service?

How to use What else

Use when asking for more information or options. It's appropriate in casual and formal contexts, but may be less common in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of 'What else?' as your way to ask for more surprises.

Related words

Collocations with What else

  • What else can I say?
  • What else do you need?
  • What else is there?

Synonyms for What else

  • what more
  • what additional
  • what other

Common mistakes with What else

  • Confused with 'what other'
  • Using inappropriately in very formal situations
  • Neglecting to use proper intonation in questions

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Frequently asked questions about What else

What does What else mean?

Something additional or different.

What is the definition of What else?

A question asking for additional information or options.

How do you use What else in a sentence?

Can you tell me what else I should prepare for the meeting?

Can you give another example of What else?

What else do you like to do in your free time?

What are synonyms for What else?

Common alternatives include what more, what additional, what other.

What words go with What else?

It commonly pairs with What else can I say?, What else do you need?, What else is there?.

What are common mistakes when using What else?

Confused with 'what other' Using inappropriately in very formal situations Neglecting to use proper intonation in questions

How do you pronounce What else?

US: //wɑt ɛls//, UK: //wɒt ɛls//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What else?

Use when asking for more information or options. It's appropriate in casual and formal contexts, but may be less common in very formal writing.