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May 2025
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Alternatives to saying ”WHAT?” when you ...

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When you don't understand someone speaking English, the natural response is often "what?!"

However, using "what" with your boss, people older than you, or in professional situations can come across as rude. In this video, we give you several alternatives to saying "what." We hope you find this useful.

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