what do you mean by that → whaddya mean by that /wʌɾəjə min baɪ ðæt/ Flapping
Can you explain what you just said or clarify your statement?
In fast, natural speech, the 't' in 'what' can change to a 'd' sound (flapping), and 'do' and 'you' are often significantly shortened or blend together, making 'what do you' sound like 'whaddya'.
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what do you mean by that → whaddya mean by that
/wʌɾəjə min baɪ ðæt/
Can you explain what you just said or clarify your statement?
In fast, natural speech, the 't' in 'what' can change to a 'd' sound (flapping), and 'do' and 'you' are often significantly shortened or blend together, making 'what do you' sound like 'whaddya'.
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Example 1
I'm not sure I follow. Whaddya mean by that?
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Example 2
That's a strong statement. Whaddya mean by that?
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Example 3
If you say 'it's complicated,' whaddya mean by that?
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Example 4
You keep saying 'things are changing.' Whaddya mean by that?
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Example 5
He just said 'it's not gonna work.' Whaddya mean by that?
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what do you mean by that → whaddya mean by that