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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Wh--What are you talking about?
It means the speaker does not understand or does not accept what the other person is saying.
From Hidden Agenda, Episode 22
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone reacts with confusion or disbelief to what the other person just said.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a disagreement when you want the other person to explain themselves. It can sound sharp or challenging if said angrily.
Better ways to say it
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What are you talking about?
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What are you saying?
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What do you mean?
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