What’s with something?
phrase
It is used to ask why something is happening or why a situation is as it is.
What's with all the noise outside?
Often appears as...
- what's with all the
- what's with the
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to indicate surprise, confusion, or annoyance about something.
What's with the long face?
Often appears as...
- what's with that
- what's with him
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to ask for an explanation about someone's strange or unexpected behavior.
What's with Mark today? He seems really upset.
Often appears as...
- what's with us
- what's with her
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
It is used to ask why something is happening or why a situation is as it is.
What's with all the noise outside?
Often appears as...
- what's with all the
- what's with the
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to indicate surprise, confusion, or annoyance about something.
What's with the long face?
Often appears as...
- what's with that
- what's with him
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to ask for an explanation about someone's strange or unexpected behavior.
What's with Mark today? He seems really upset.
Often appears as...
- what's with us
- what's with her
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Inquiring Context
Use when you notice something unusual and seek an explanation.
What's with the police cars out front?
Pro Tip 2/3Cautionary Nuance
It can suggest a mild warning that something is not quite right.
What's with the silence in here?
Pro Tip 3/3Express Curiosity
It's a way to express curiosity without seeming too intrusive.
What's with all the decorations?
Never forget "What’s with something?"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension