common_idiom

I'll tell you something though

🇬🇧 UK //aɪl tɛl jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðoʊ// 🇺🇸 US //aɪl tɛl jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðoʊ//

Meaning of I'll tell you something though

A phrase introducing a contrasting or important idea.

In simple words: A phrase used before sharing an important or surprising point.

I'll tell you something though in a sentence

• I'll tell you something though, I never expected them to win.
• It's challenging, I'll tell you something though; it's worth it in the end.
• You might think it's easy, but I'll tell you something though, it's harder than it seems.
• I'll tell you something though, this pizza is the best in town!
• I'll tell you something though; never underestimate the power of teamwork.

How to use I'll tell you something though

Use in conversations when you want to emphasize an upcoming point. It's informal but can be used in various contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone whispering a secret with a surprised expression.

Related words

Collocations with I'll tell you something though

• I'll tell you something
• I'll tell you something else
• I'll tell you something important

Synonyms for I'll tell you something though

• but
• however
• still
• that said

Common mistakes with I'll tell you something though

• Confused with 'I'll tell you something' - missing 'though'.
• Used in formal settings - it’s more casual.

Frequently asked questions about I'll tell you something though

What does I'll tell you something though mean?

A phrase used before sharing an important or surprising point.

What is the definition of I'll tell you something though?

A phrase introducing a contrasting or important idea.

How do you use I'll tell you something though in a sentence?

I'll tell you something though, I never expected them to win.

Can you give another example of I'll tell you something though?

It's challenging, I'll tell you something though; it's worth it in the end.

What are synonyms for I'll tell you something though?

Common alternatives include but, however, still, that said.

What words go with I'll tell you something though?

It commonly pairs with I'll tell you something, I'll tell you something else, I'll tell you something important.

What are common mistakes when using I'll tell you something though?

Confused with 'I'll tell you something' - missing 'though'. Used in formal settings - it’s more casual.

How do you pronounce I'll tell you something though?

US: //aɪl tɛl jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðoʊ//, UK: //aɪl tɛl jʊ ˈsʌmθɪŋ ðoʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I'll tell you something though?

Use in conversations when you want to emphasize an upcoming point. It's informal but can be used in various contexts.