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I wanna know what that is

🇬🇧 UK //aɪ ˈwɒnə nəʊ wɒt ðæt ɪz// 🇺🇸 US //aɪ ˈwɑnə noʊ wʌt ðæt ɪz//

Meaning of I wanna know what that is

A casual phrase asking for information about something.

In simple words: I want to understand what something is.

I wanna know what that is in a sentence

• When I saw the strange device, I said, 'I wanna know what that is.'
• During the science fair, I turned to my friend and exclaimed, 'I wanna know what that is!'
• Looking at the art piece, she whispered, 'I wanna know what that is.'
• I saw an unusual animal at the zoo and thought, 'I wanna know what that is.'
• After spotting the peculiar plant, I asked my teacher, 'I wanna know what that is!'

How to use I wanna know what that is

Used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing or professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'I wanna' like a kid wanting to ask questions.

Related words

Collocations with I wanna know what that is

• wanna find out
• wanna hear more
• wanna understand

Synonyms for I wanna know what that is

• I want to understand what this is
• I'd like to know what that is
• Can you tell me what this is

Common mistakes with I wanna know what that is

• Confused with 'I want to know what it is.'
• Using in overly formal situations.
• Omitting 'I' and saying 'Wanna know what that is?' incorrectly.

Frequently asked questions about "I wanna know what that is"

What does "I wanna know what that is" mean?

I want to understand what something is.

What is the definition of "I wanna know what that is"?

A casual phrase asking for information about something.

How do you use "I wanna know what that is" in a sentence?

When I saw the strange device, I said, 'I wanna know what that is.'

Can you give another example of "I wanna know what that is"?

During the science fair, I turned to my friend and exclaimed, 'I wanna know what that is!'

What are synonyms for "I wanna know what that is"?

Common alternatives include I want to understand what this is, I'd like to know what that is, Can you tell me what this is.

What words go with "I wanna know what that is"?

It commonly pairs with wanna find out, wanna hear more, wanna understand.

What are common mistakes when using "I wanna know what that is"?

Confused with 'I want to know what it is.' Using in overly formal situations. Omitting 'I' and saying 'Wanna know what that is?' incorrectly.

How do you pronounce "I wanna know what that is"?

US: //aɪ ˈwɑnə noʊ wʌt ðæt ɪz//, UK: //aɪ ˈwɒnə nəʊ wɒt ðæt ɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is "I wanna know what that is" formal or informal?

"I wanna know what that is" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use "I wanna know what that is"?

Used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing or professional contexts.