English

Phrase

what's with

1. (colloquial, sometimes rhetorical question) What is wrong with.

   What's with Jim lately? He always has a frown on his face.

2. (colloquial, sometimes rhetorical question) What is the reason for.

   What's with all the presents? Are you having a birthday party?

See also

• what's up with
• what gives
• what's cooking