How to Pronounce "what if"
expression
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈɪf/, /ɪf
WUT-if
wˈɒt/ /ˈɪf
WOT-if
Definition
'What if' is a phrase used to ask about possible situations, imagine outcomes, or express concern about things that could happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈɪf/, /ɪf
British English
wˈɒt/ /ˈɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUT-if
UK
WOT-if
Listen in Context
What if it rains tomorrow?
What if I forget my homework?
What if we try a different restaurant?
I know it's risky, but what if everything goes right?