How to Pronounce "what's the deal"
expression
WUHTS thuh DEEL
WOTS thuh DEEL
Definition
An informal expression used to ask for an explanation, to find out what is happening, or to question the terms of an agreement. It can mean 'what is going on?' or 'what are the conditions?' depending on context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwəts/, /ˈwəts/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdiɫ
British English
wɒts/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHTS thuh DEEL
UK
WOTS thuh DEEL
Listen in Context
What's the deal with the new rules?
Can you tell me what's the deal here?
What's the deal? Why is everyone upset?
So, what's the deal—are you coming or not?