How to Pronounce "what's eating"
expression
WUHTS EE-ting
WOTS EE-ting
Definition
This is an informal expression used to ask what is bothering or upsetting someone. It means you notice something is wrong and want to know what the problem is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwəts/, /ˈwəts/ /ˈitɪŋ
British English
wɒts/ /ˈiːtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHTS EE-ting
UK
WOTS EE-ting
Listen in Context
What's eating you? You look upset.
He won't say what's eating him, but he seems sad.
Can you tell me what's eating her?
You’ve been quiet all day—what’s eating you?