Cool MateMeaning of How you figure that
A colloquial phrase asking how someone came to a particular understanding or conclusion.
In simple words: How do you know that?
How you figure that in a sentence
- When she said she would win the race, I wondered, 'How you figure that?'
- 'I believe he's guilty!' she exclaimed. I replied, 'How you figure that?'
- He claimed he could solve the problem easily. I asked, 'How you figure that?'
- After hearing his theory, I was puzzled and asked, 'How you figure that?'
- She confidently stated her opinion about the movie. I couldn't help but ask, 'How you figure that?'
How to use How you figure that
This phrase is often used in casual conversations to ask someone how they reached a conclusion. It's appropriate among friends or peers but may sound too informal in professional settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone question
Memory hint
Think of 'figure' as solving a puzzle; you're asking for the solution.
Related words
Collocations with How you figure that
- figure something out
- how you come to that
- figure it out
Synonyms for How you figure that
- How did you come to that?
- What's your reasoning?
- How did you determine that?
Common mistakes with How you figure that
- Using it in formal contexts where more polite language is needed.
- Confusing it with 'How do you know?' which is more direct.
- Misplacing the context; it's often used rhetorically.
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Frequently asked questions about "How you figure that"
What does "How you figure that" mean?
How do you know that?
What is the definition of "How you figure that"?
A colloquial phrase asking how someone came to a particular understanding or conclusion.
How do you use "How you figure that" in a sentence?
When she said she would win the race, I wondered, 'How you figure that?'
Can you give another example of "How you figure that"?
'I believe he's guilty!' she exclaimed. I replied, 'How you figure that?'
What are synonyms for "How you figure that"?
Common alternatives include How did you come to that?, What's your reasoning?, How did you determine that?.
What words go with "How you figure that"?
It commonly pairs with figure something out, how you come to that, figure it out.
What are common mistakes when using "How you figure that"?
Using it in formal contexts where more polite language is needed. Confusing it with 'How do you know?' which is more direct. Misplacing the context; it's often used rhetorically.
How do you pronounce "How you figure that"?
US: //haʊ ju ˈfɪɡər ðæt//, UK: //haʊ juː ˈfɪɡə ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is "How you figure that" formal or informal?
"How you figure that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use "How you figure that"?
This phrase is often used in casual conversations to ask someone how they reached a conclusion. It's appropriate among friends or peers but may sound too informal in professional settings.