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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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What are you talking about?

This means the speaker does not understand and wants the other person to explain.

From I'M Obsessed With My Boss Part I, Episode 46

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker asks for clarification because they do not understand the other person.

Usage Scenario

Use it in everyday conversation or arguments when something is unclear. It can sound sharp if said in a tense tone.

Better ways to say it

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