How to Pronounce "what is more"
expression
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈmɔɹ
WUT-iz-MOR
wˈɒt/ /ˈɪz/ /mˈɔː
WOT-iz-MAW
Definition
Used to add more information to what has already been said, often highlighting an even stronger or more important point.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈmɔɹ
British English
wˈɒt/ /ˈɪz/ /mˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUT-iz-MOR
UK
WOT-iz-MAW
Listen in Context
The bus was late. What is more, it started to rain.
She speaks three languages. What is more, she writes poetry.
His idea is interesting. What is more, it could save money.
I was really tired when I got home. What is more, the power was out.