What
/wʌt/pronoun
Used to ask for information about someone or something.
What is your name?
Often appears as...
- what is this?
- what do you want?
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Pro Tip 1/2Questioning Details
Use 'what' to explore specific information or clarify details about a subject.
What ingredients do I need for the recipe?
Pro Tip 2/2Beginner Interactions
'What' is often used in introductory conversations to know more about someone.
What do you like to do for fun?
Compare with
allanythingeverythingthatthingwhateverwhichwhichever
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