what's going on
"What's going on" is a versatile phrase commonly used in informal conversations to greet someone or inquire about a situation.
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Definition
A2Informal Conversation
(informal, casual)A casual way to greet someone, similar to asking 'how are you?' or 'what's up?'.
Example
- Hey, what's going on? It's been a while since we last met.
- What's going on? Anything new?
B1Expression of Concern
(informal, concern)A question used to ask for an explanation or clarification about a situation, often indicating worry or curiosity.
Example
- I heard a loud noise. What's going on?
- You look upset. What's going on?
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "what's going on":
what's upwhat's up withwhat's the matterwhat's the storywhat's withgoing onwhat's newwhat's goodwhat's cookingwhat are you doingwhat's thatthat's what's up