Phrase guide

what's eating you

intj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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intj

Meaning 1

What is annoying or bothering you?

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • You're in a bad mood today. What's eating you?

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Icelandic: hvað angrar þig? — what is bothering you?
  • Indonesian: apa yang mengganggumu? — what is bothering you?
  • Swedish: vad gnager dig? — what is bothering you?