English Expression · Intermediate
what next
Used to express surprise or amazement
Pronunciation: say what next
Meaning
Used to express surprise, amazement, or annoyance at a series of events.
Example
First the car broke down, then it started raining; what next?
First the car broke down, then it started raining; what next?
Practice tips
- Practice what next out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.