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What's this about

🇬🇧 UK //wɒts ðɪs əˈbaʊt// 🇺🇸 US //wɑts ðɪs əˈbaʊt//

Meaning of What's this about

A question asking for clarification or explanation about a situation or topic.

In simple words: A way to ask for information or details about something.

What's this about in a sentence

• When she showed me the document, I asked, 'What's this about?'
• In the meeting, I raised my hand and said, 'What's this about?'
• He left a message saying he was late, and I wondered, 'What's this about?'
• When I looked at the news article, I thought, 'What's this about?'
• Seeing her upset made me ask, 'What's this about?'

How to use What's this about

Use this phrase in casual conversations when you're unsure or curious about a topic. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of it as asking 'what's the story behind this?'

Related words

Collocations with What's this about

• ask what's this about
• wonder what's this about
• explain what's this about

Synonyms for What's this about

• What is this regarding?
• What is the matter?
• What does this mean?
• What is this all about?
• Can you explain this?

Common mistakes with What's this about

• 'What's this about?' instead of 'What is this about?' - use correct forms for different contexts.
• Using this phrase with serious topics may seem casual or disrespectful.
• Adding 'please' can make the question sound more polite.

Frequently asked questions about What's this about

What does What's this about mean?

A way to ask for information or details about something.

What is the definition of What's this about?

A question asking for clarification or explanation about a situation or topic.

How do you use What's this about in a sentence?

When she showed me the document, I asked, 'What's this about?'

Can you give another example of What's this about?

In the meeting, I raised my hand and said, 'What's this about?'

What are synonyms for What's this about?

Common alternatives include What is this regarding?, What is the matter?, What does this mean?, What is this all about?, Can you explain this?.

What words go with What's this about?

It commonly pairs with ask what's this about, wonder what's this about, explain what's this about.

What are common mistakes when using What's this about?

'What's this about?' instead of 'What is this about?' - use correct forms for different contexts. Using this phrase with serious topics may seem casual or disrespectful. Adding 'please' can make the question sound more polite.

How do you pronounce What's this about?

US: //wɑts ðɪs əˈbaʊt//, UK: //wɒts ðɪs əˈbaʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What's this about?

Use this phrase in casual conversations when you're unsure or curious about a topic. Avoid in formal writing.