How to Pronounce "what about"
expression
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /əˈbaʊt
WUHT-uh-BOWT
wˈɒt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
WOT-uh-BOWT
Definition
A common way to bring up a new subject, make a suggestion, or ask for someone's opinion about something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /əˈbaʊt
British English
wˈɒt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHT-uh-BOWT
UK
WOT-uh-BOWT
Listen in Context
What about going to the park?
What about this one?
Okay, but what about next week if we’re all busy now?
I’m tired of pizza. What about Chinese food tonight?