How to Pronounce "what's the story"
expression
WUHTS thuh STOR-ee
WOTS thuh STAW-ree
Definition
A common informal way to ask for information about a situation or to find out what is happening. It can also be used to ask for the latest news or gossip.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwəts/, /ˈwəts/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈstɔɹi
British English
wɒts/ /ðə, ði/ /stˈɔːɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHTS thuh STOR-ee
UK
WOTS thuh STAW-ree
Listen in Context
What's the story with the broken window?
Hey, what's the story? You look upset.
What's the story behind this old photograph?
So, what's the story with you and Maya?