Wot: meaning, definitions and examples

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wot

 

[ wษ’t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

informal expression

Wot is an informal variation of 'what' commonly used in spoken English. It often conveys surprise or confusion, similar to the way 'what' is used in casual conversation. This variant may be prevalent in some dialects and informal settings, often implying a more casual tone. It captures a sense of disbelief or a need for clarification.

Synonyms

huh, pardon, what

Examples of usage

  • Wot do you mean?
  • Wot happened at the party?
  • Wot is going on here?
  • Wot are you talking about?

Translations

Translations of the word "wot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jogo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ‡เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spiel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ permainan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฒใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jeu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ juego

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท oyun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒŒ์ž„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุนุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆธธๆˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ igra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leikur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะนั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒ›แƒแƒจแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oyun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ juego

Etymology

The term 'wot' is a colloquial contraction of 'what', and its usage can be traced back to the phonetic realizations of certain dialects of English. Its roots lie in Old English, where 'hwรฆt' was used as an interrogative word. As the English language evolved, particularly with influences from regional dialects and social constructs, 'wot' emerged as a spoken form of 'what' in informal settings. The use of 'wot' is particularly noted in British dialects, and it has been popularized further through various forms of media, including literature and music. Today, 'wot' is often associated with a more playful or casual manner of speech, indicative of familiarity amongst speakers. While it may not be suitable for formal contexts, its place in informal dialogue remains significant, showcasing the dynamic nature of language and its adaptability across different cultures and settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,674, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.