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What Does "what is it" Mean?

Learn what "what is it" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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What is it that makes your heart skip a beat?

This is a romantic way to ask what makes someone feel excited, attracted, or emotionally moved.

From Under Her Control, Episode 55

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone asks what makes a person feel excited or emotionally affected.

Usage Scenario

Use it in flirting, dating, or romantic small talk. It sounds poetic and a little dramatic, so it is not the best choice for formal situations.

Better ways to say it

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What makes your heart skip a beat?
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What is it that makes your heart skip a beat?
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What gives you that feeling?

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