what is it

English

Interjection

what is it

  1. Used to ask the listener what they want.
    Synonyms: what, yeah, yes
    Honey, can you come over here for a minute?
    Yes, dear, what is it?
  2. An expression of concern, asking for an explanation.
    You're missing appointments, you're failing your classes .... what is it with you lately?
    • 2005, George Evans, Pale Horse Among Us, page 174:
      "He's a head case, man. I mean... what is it with him? He's a sado-sicko, gets high on inflicting pain. He really tied you to the cross?"

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