English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "what are you talking about" Mean?
Learn what "what are you talking about" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Express Doubt
What are you talking about?
It means the speaker does not understand or does not accept what the other person just said.
From The Missing Piece, Episode 19
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is challenging another person's statement or explanation.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a disagreement when you want someone to explain themselves. It can sound defensive or hostile depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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What are you talking about?
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What do you mean?
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What are you saying?
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