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UK//wɒt ɪz rɒŋ wɪð juː//US//wɑt ɪz rɔŋ wɪð ju//

Meaning of What is wrong with you

A question asking about someone's problems or emotions.

In simple words: What's the matter with you?

What is wrong with you in a sentence

  • You seem sad; what is wrong with you?
  • When she yelled, 'What is wrong with you?', I felt hurt.
  • In informal settings, you might ask, 'Hey, what is wrong with you?'.
  • I didn't mean to ask, 'what is wrong with you?' so harshly.
  • During the argument, he shouted, 'What is wrong with you?' out of frustration.

How to use What is wrong with you

Use this phrase to express concern or frustration, typically in casual conversations. It's often seen as confrontational.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of it as 'What's up with you?' — a way to check on someone's state.

Related words

Collocations with What is wrong with you

Synonyms for What is wrong with you

Opposites of What is wrong with you

  • What's right with you
  • How are you well
  • What is good with you

Common mistakes with What is wrong with you

  • Confused with 'what's wrong with me?'
  • 'What is wrong with you?' can sound too harsh in formal contexts.
  • Omitting 'is' can lead to incorrect phrasing.

Compare What is wrong with you with What's the matter with you, What's bothering you, What's wrong, What's up?

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Frequently asked questions about What is wrong with you

What does What is wrong with you mean?

What's the matter with you?

What is the definition of What is wrong with you?

A question asking about someone's problems or emotions.

How do you use What is wrong with you in a sentence?

You seem sad; what is wrong with you?

Can you give another example of What is wrong with you?

When she yelled, 'What is wrong with you?', I felt hurt.

What are synonyms for What is wrong with you?

Common alternatives include what's the matter with you?, what’s bothering you?, what’s wrong?, is everything okay?, what’s up?.

What is the opposite of What is wrong with you?

Opposite meanings include What's right with you, How are you well, What is good with you.

What words go with What is wrong with you?

It commonly pairs with what is wrong with you, ask what is wrong, tell me what is wrong, wonder what is wrong, find out what is wrong.

What are common mistakes when using What is wrong with you?

Confused with 'what's wrong with me?' 'What is wrong with you?' can sound too harsh in formal contexts. Omitting 'is' can lead to incorrect phrasing.

How do you pronounce What is wrong with you?

US: //wɑt ɪz rɔŋ wɪð ju//, UK: //wɒt ɪz rɒŋ wɪð juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is What is wrong with you formal or informal?

"What is wrong with you" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use What is wrong with you?

Use this phrase to express concern or frustration, typically in casual conversations. It's often seen as confrontational.