Now what?
interjection
A question someone asks after something has happened and they are unsure of what to do next.
We missed the bus. Now what?
Often appears as...
- now what do we do?
- now what happens?
interjection
Expresses exasperation or frustration when there are more problems after resolving some.
I finished cleaning the kitchen, only to find the bathroom in a mess. Now what?
Often appears as...
- now what is wrong?
- now what did i do?
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
interjection
A question someone asks after something has happened and they are unsure of what to do next.
We missed the bus. Now what?
Often appears as...
- now what do we do?
- now what happens?
interjection
Expresses exasperation or frustration when there are more problems after resolving some.
I finished cleaning the kitchen, only to find the bathroom in a mess. Now what?
Often appears as...
- now what is wrong?
- now what did i do?
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Uncertainty Expressed
Use 'now what?' when you're unsure about the next step or action.
We've reached our destination, but it's closed. Now what?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Direction
'Now what?' often seeks suggestions or further instructions from others.
We've completed the project. Now what?
Pro Tip 3/3Unexpected Situations
It's used when unexpected events occur and you're questioning what to do.
The meeting was suddenly cancelled. Now what?
Pro Tip 1/3Uncertainty Expressed
Use 'now what?' when you're unsure about the next step or action.
We've reached our destination, but it's closed. Now what?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Direction
'Now what?' often seeks suggestions or further instructions from others.
We've completed the project. Now what?
Pro Tip 3/3Unexpected Situations
It's used when unexpected events occur and you're questioning what to do.
The meeting was suddenly cancelled. Now what?
Pro Tip 1/3Uncertainty Expressed
Use 'now what?' when you're unsure about the next step or action.
We've reached our destination, but it's closed. Now what?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Direction
'Now what?' often seeks suggestions or further instructions from others.
We've completed the project. Now what?
Pro Tip 3/3Unexpected Situations
It's used when unexpected events occur and you're questioning what to do.
The meeting was suddenly cancelled. Now what?
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