You know something/know what?
phrase
Used to introduce a suggestion or interesting or surprising information.
You know what? We should go to the park.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- we should...
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to emphasize that one is about to ask a question or make a point.
You know something? I never really liked her.
Often appears as...
- you know something
- i don't...
Usage tips
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
Used to introduce a piece of information that the listener may or may not know.
You know what, I read somewhere that chocolate can actually be good for your health.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- i read...
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to change the subject of conversation or to preface a statement.
You know what, let's not talk about this anymore.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- let's...
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to introduce a suggestion or interesting or surprising information.
You know what? We should go to the park.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- we should...
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to emphasize that one is about to ask a question or make a point.
You know something? I never really liked her.
Often appears as...
- you know something
- i don't...
Usage tips
Colloquial,Idiomatic
phrase
Used to introduce a piece of information that the listener may or may not know.
You know what, I read somewhere that chocolate can actually be good for your health.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- i read...
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to change the subject of conversation or to preface a statement.
You know what, let's not talk about this anymore.
Often appears as...
- you know what
- let's...
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Conversation Starter
Initiates sharing of ideas or plans in an informal setting.
You know what? We should start a book club.
Pro Tip 2/2Sharing Excitement
Expresses enthusiasm about suggesting something new or surprising.
You know what? I just got the job offer!
Pro Tip 1/2Conversation Starter
Initiates sharing of ideas or plans in an informal setting.
You know what? We should start a book club.
Pro Tip 2/2Sharing Excitement
Expresses enthusiasm about suggesting something new or surprising.
You know what? I just got the job offer!
Pro Tip 1/2Conversation Starter
Initiates sharing of ideas or plans in an informal setting.
You know what? We should start a book club.
Pro Tip 2/2Sharing Excitement
Expresses enthusiasm about suggesting something new or surprising.
You know what? I just got the job offer!
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