How to Pronounce "who's there"
expression
ˈhuz/ /ˈðɛɹ
HOOZ-THAIR
huːz/ /ðˈeə
HOOZ-THAIR
Definition
A common question asked when someone hears a knock, sound, or movement and wants to know which person is present, especially at a door.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhuz/ /ˈðɛɹ
British English
huːz/ /ðˈeə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOOZ-THAIR
UK
HOOZ-THAIR
Listen in Context
He knocked and said, "Who's there?"
When I'm home alone and hear a noise, I ask, "Who's there?"
It's dark outside. Before opening the door, she asks, "Who's there?"
Kids love playing 'knock knock' jokes that start with "Who's there?"