what's
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/wɑts/
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/wɒts/
(what is)
contraction of 'what is'
Etymology
Etymology Information
'what's' originates from the contraction of 'what is' or 'what has'.
Historical Evolution
'what's' evolved from the full phrase 'what is' or 'what has' to a more concise form in spoken English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used as a full phrase, but over time it evolved into a contraction for ease of communication.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41