How to Pronounce "what can i tell you"
expression
WUT-kuhn-EYE-TEL-yoo
WOT-KAN-EYE-TEL-YOO
Definition
A conversational phrase used when you're unsure what more you can say, often to express acceptance, resignation, or when you don't have a better answer.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈkæn/, /kən/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈtɛɫ/ /ˈju
British English
wˈɒt/ /kˈæn/ /ˈaɪ/ /tˈɛl/ /jˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUT-kuhn-EYE-TEL-yoo
UK
WOT-KAN-EYE-TEL-YOO
Listen in Context
Everyone makes mistakes—what can I tell you?
It's raining again. What can I tell you?
Your cat broke the vase—what can I tell you?
Look, I've tried my best—what can I tell you?