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UK//wɒt tɛlz juː//US//wɑt tɛlz ju//

Meaning of What tells you

A phrase asking for information about what indicates something.

In simple words: what gives you information

What tells you in a sentence

  • What tells you the weather will change today?
  • Can you explain what tells you she’s upset?
  • I wonder what tells you that this is a good idea.

How to use What tells you

Typically used when asking about sources of information. Can be formal or informal depending on context. Avoid in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

what + tells + object

Memory hint

Think of 'what' as a detective asking for clues.

Related words

Collocations with What tells you

  • what tells you something
  • what tells you about
  • what tells you the truth

Synonyms for What tells you

  • what indicates
  • what shows
  • what suggests

Common mistakes with What tells you

  • Using 'who' instead of 'what' for non-personal information.
  • Confusing 'what tells you' with 'what is telling you'.
  • Forgetting to clarify the specific information being asked about.

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Frequently asked questions about What tells you

What does What tells you mean?

what gives you information

What is the definition of What tells you?

A phrase asking for information about what indicates something.

How do you use What tells you in a sentence?

What tells you the weather will change today?

Can you give another example of What tells you?

Can you explain what tells you she’s upset?

What are synonyms for What tells you?

Common alternatives include what indicates, what shows, what suggests.

What words go with What tells you?

It commonly pairs with what tells you something, what tells you about, what tells you the truth.

What are common mistakes when using What tells you?

Using 'who' instead of 'what' for non-personal information. Confusing 'what tells you' with 'what is telling you'. Forgetting to clarify the specific information being asked about.

How do you pronounce What tells you?

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

When should I use What tells you?

Typically used when asking about sources of information. Can be formal or informal depending on context. Avoid in very casual conversations.