Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
what-do-you-want
Phrase
/wʌt duː juː wɒnt/
Definition
An informal phrase used to inquire about someone’s desires or needs.
Examples
- When she saw him looking confused, she asked, ‘What do you want?’
- At the start of the meeting, he said, ‘What do you want to achieve today?’
- Before we start shopping, tell me, what do you want?
Meaning
This phrase is often used to ask someone directly what they are looking for or what they would like.
Synonyms
- What do you need?
- What are you looking for?
- What is your desire?
