Definition of "what"

Kid-friendly meaning of what, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "what" mean?

what (pronoun) — a word you use to ask about a thing or action.

Part of speechPronoun Syllables1 (what)

Example sentences using "what"

Grade K–2
What is for lunch?
Grade 3–5
What did your teacher say about the field trip on Friday morning?
Grade 6–8
What surprised me most was how quickly the puppy learned to sit, since my last dog took nearly a month to figure out that single command.

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