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Meaning of What is it

A question to ask for clarification about something.

In simple words: A question asking for identification or explanation.

What is it in a sentence

  • Look at that! What is it?
  • I found something strange in the garden. What is it?
  • When you see a new gadget, you might ask, 'What is it?'

How to use What is it

Use in everyday conversation when asking for clarification. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of a detective asking, 'What is it?' about a mysterious object.

Related words

Collocations with What is it

  • what is it about
  • what is it for
  • can you tell me what it is

Synonyms for What is it

Common mistakes with What is it

  • Omitting 'is' (saying 'what it?')
  • Not using a question mark at the end
  • Using in inappropriate formal contexts

Compare What is it with What's that, What's this, What is that

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Frequently asked questions about What is it

What does What is it mean?

A question asking for identification or explanation.

What is the definition of What is it?

A question to ask for clarification about something.

How do you use What is it in a sentence?

Look at that! What is it?

Can you give another example of What is it?

I found something strange in the garden. What is it?

What are synonyms for What is it?

Common alternatives include what's that, what's this, what's it, what is that.

What words go with What is it?

It commonly pairs with what is it about, what is it for, can you tell me what it is.

What are common mistakes when using What is it?

Omitting 'is' (saying 'what it?') Not using a question mark at the end Using in inappropriate formal contexts

How do you pronounce What is it?

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

When should I use What is it?

Use in everyday conversation when asking for clarification. Avoid in formal writing.