Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whats-the-difference
phrase
wɒts ðə ˈdɪf.ər.əns
Definition
This phrase is often used to ask what distinguishes one thing from another, highlighting the perceived lack of distinction between two or more items.
Examples
- When comparing two similar products, she asked, ‘What’s the difference between the two brands?’
- He shrugged and said, ‘What’s the difference? They both do the same job.’
- During the discussion, someone questioned, ‘What’s the difference between these two proposals?’
Meaning
It expresses a sense of indifference towards the differences between subjects, indicating that the speaker believes those differences are insignificant.
Synonyms
- What’s the distinction
- What’s the variation
- What’s the contrast
