What about…?

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interjection

Used to suggest or ask about a different thing, usually after talking about something else.

I know you are going to the grocery store, but what about the post office?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to suggest or ask about a different thing, usually after talking about something else.

Often appears as...

  • what about tomorrow?
  • what about later?
interjection

Used to express an objection, reminder, or contradiction.

You say she doesn't care, but what about the time she helped you out?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to express an objection, reminder, or contradiction.

Often appears as...

  • what about the time?
  • what about when?
interjection

Used to ask someone to consider something or someone that they have apparently not considered.

You're leaving for the party, what about me?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to ask someone to consider something or someone that they have apparently not considered.

Often appears as...

  • what about me?
  • what about us?
interjection

Used to suggest or ask about a different thing, usually after talking about something else.

I know you are going to the grocery store, but what about the post office?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to suggest or ask about a different thing, usually after talking about something else.

Often appears as...

  • what about tomorrow?
  • what about later?
interjection

Used to express an objection, reminder, or contradiction.

You say she doesn't care, but what about the time she helped you out?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to express an objection, reminder, or contradiction.

Often appears as...

  • what about the time?
  • what about when?
interjection

Used to ask someone to consider something or someone that they have apparently not considered.

You're leaving for the party, what about me?
Visual representation of "what about…?" - Used to ask someone to consider something or someone that they have apparently not considered.

Often appears as...

  • what about me?
  • what about us?
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "what about…?"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Topic Shift

Indicates moving the conversation to a new or related subject.

Illustration for Topic Shift
We've discussed our vacation plans; what about your summer trip?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Suggest Alternatives

Proposes consideration of different options or ideas.

Illustration for Suggest Alternatives
We could see a movie tonight, what about bowling instead?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Inclusive Inquiry

Checks whether all aspects or people have been considered.

Illustration for Inclusive Inquiry
You invited John and Lisa; what about Ben?
Visual representation of the word "What about…?"

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