Meaning
"What’s with" is used in a sentence to ask about the reason for something or to ask what is wrong with someone or something. It suggests that you do not understand something, or that you need clarification with an explanation.
Today's Sentences
- What’s with the hat?
- What’s with your hair?
- What’s with the glasses?
- What’s with her attitude?
- What’s with all this walking?
- Writer's Note
01
What’s with the hat?
Situation 1
Hey! What’s with the hat?
It’s so cold outside, I thought I’d wear my beanie.
I didn’t know it was that cold.
The hat looks great on you.
Thanks.
I always say, ‘Warmth over style in the winter.’
Situation 2
Thanks for meeting up with me!
I needed a cup of coffee anyway.
What’s with the hat?
I just got the worst haircut.
I had no choice but to cover it with a hat.
I’m sure it’s not that bad.
You probably just need to get used to it.
02
What’s with your hair?
Situation 1
Gosh, is everything okay?
Why do you ask?
Well, you look different.
What’s with your hair?
Oh, I got a perm but it didn’t turn out well.
And now it just looks like bed head.
Situation 2
What’s with your hair?
Do you like it?
Well, it’s very colorful.
Yea, I got my hair dyed in 4 different colors!
03
What’s with the glasses?
Situation 1
How was your weekend?
It was good.
What’s with the glasses?
I just came back from the ophthalmologist and I guess I need to wear them regularly.
Situation 2
What’s with the glasses?
I think my eyesight got worse.
How can you tell?
I find that things are a lot more blurry when I look far away.
04
What’s with her attitude?
Situation 1
What’s with her attitude?
I have no idea.
It seems like she’s in a bad mood.
I guess her coworkers are punching bags.
Yes, it’s a very unprofessional environment.
Situation 2
Is she angry?
What’s with her attitude?
I think she’s upset about the meeting.
Why?
What happened?
I think the project is being cancelled due to poor performance.
05
What’s with all this walking?
Situation 1
Don’t you love how the leaves change color?
Fall is a beautiful season.
But what’s with all this walking?
I’m sorry, are you getting tired?
I’m not used to walking so much.
Maybe we could rest on this bench for a bit.
Situation 2
What’s with all this walking?
I wanted to take you to this new pub, but I can’t seem to find it.
Maybe we should ask someone.
Okay, let me just check around this corner and then we’ll ask someone for directions.
Writer's Note
A phrase similar to "What's with" is "What's up with that?" In most cases, you can interchange "What's with" 👉 "What's up with". Here are some examples to help you.
- What's with the dress code? 👉 What's up with the dress code?
- What's with all the hype about sneakers? 👉 What's up with all the hype about sneakers?
- What's with the minimalist decor? 👉 What's up with the minimalist decor?
- What's with the frozen turkey? 👉 What's up with the frozen turkey?
- What's with all these Christmas lights? 👉 What's up with all these Christmas lights?
How does "What's with" and "What's up with" differ? Do you think they have a similar tone when they're spoken? Have you tried mixing up your own sentences with these sentence openers? Which ones sound more natural and comfortable to you? Let us know! 🫵👍
