How to Pronounce "where's the beef"
expression
ˈhwɛɹz/, /ˈwɛɹz/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbif
WAIRZ thuh BEEF
wɛəz/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈiːf
WAIRZ thuh BEEF
Definition
This expression means asking for the real substance, value, or important part of something. It is used when someone thinks an idea or proposal lacks real meaning or useful content.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwɛɹz/, /ˈwɛɹz/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbif
British English
wɛəz/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈiːf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAIRZ thuh BEEF
UK
WAIRZ thuh BEEF
Listen in Context
He talked a lot about his plan, but where's the beef?
After reading the report, I wondered, where's the beef?
Your answer sounds good, but where's the beef?
Everyone keeps promising big results, but where's the beef?