what do you say

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what do you say?

1. (idiomatic) Used to ask someone if they are willing to do something.

   Synonym: what say you

   Let's go to the movies tonight, what do you say?

2. (idiomatic) Used to remind a child to say a polite expression.

   That man just gave you a lovely birthday gift, young lady; what do you say? ― Thank you!

   I want cake! ― What do you say? ― Please!

   When Aunt Fiona from Florida gave Jordan some candy, Mom said, "What do you say?" and Jordan replied, "Thank you!"

• what (as a colloquial British form of 'eh')