what do you say

English

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Phrase

what do you say?

  1. (idiomatic) Used to ask someone if they are willing to do something.
    Synonym: what say you
    Let's go to the movies tonight, what do you say?
  2. (idiomatic) Used to remind a child to say a polite expression.
    That man just gave you a lovely birthday gift, young lady; what do you say? ― Thank you!
    I want cake! ― What do you say? ― Please!
    When Aunt Fiona from Florida gave Jordan some candy, Mom said, "What do you say?" and Jordan replied, "Thank you!"

Derived terms

  • what (as a colloquial British form of 'eh')

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