English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "but anyway what" in English
Learn useful ways to say "but anyway what" in English with drama examples and natural alternatives.
Beginner
Polite
Soft
Small Talk
But anyway, what brings you to this part of town?
It means the speaker is asking what reason brought the other person to that area.
From The Dumb Billionaire Heiress In Love Part Ii, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is making a casual small-talk question about why the other person is in the area.
Usage Scenario
Use this in casual conversation when meeting someone or making small talk. It can sound friendly or mildly curious.
Better ways to say it
1
What brings you to this part of town?
2
What brings you here?
3
What are you doing around here?
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