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I'm trying to tell ya

UK//aɪm ˈtraɪɪŋ tə tɛl jə//US//aɪm ˈtraɪɪŋ tə tɛl jə//

Meaning of I'm trying to tell ya

An informal way of saying you are attempting to communicate something.

In simple words: I am trying to explain something to you.

I'm trying to tell ya in a sentence

  • I'm trying to tell ya, it's really important!
  • Please listen, I'm trying to tell ya something vital.
  • You don't understand, I'm trying to tell ya why I left.

How to use I'm trying to tell ya

Used in casual conversations. Not appropriate in formal settings. Often conveys urgency or excitement.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a friend trying to get your attention, saying 'I'm trying to tell ya!'

Related words

Collocations with I'm trying to tell ya

  • trying to tell ya about
  • I'm trying to tell ya something
  • I’m trying to tell ya this
  • Hey, I'm trying to tell ya
  • I'm trying to tell ya a story

Synonyms for I'm trying to tell ya

  • I'm attempting to inform you
  • I'm trying to explain
  • Let me tell you
  • I want to say
  • I'm attempting to convey

Common mistakes with I'm trying to tell ya

  • Confusing with 'I'm trying to tell you'
  • Using in formal writing or speeches
  • Omitting the subject 'I' in sentences

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Frequently asked questions about I'm trying to tell ya

What does I'm trying to tell ya mean?

I am trying to explain something to you.

What is the definition of I'm trying to tell ya?

An informal way of saying you are attempting to communicate something.

How do you use I'm trying to tell ya in a sentence?

I'm trying to tell ya, it's really important!

Can you give another example of I'm trying to tell ya?

Please listen, I'm trying to tell ya something vital.

What are synonyms for I'm trying to tell ya?

Common alternatives include I'm attempting to inform you, I'm trying to explain, Let me tell you, I want to say, I'm attempting to convey.

What words go with I'm trying to tell ya?

It commonly pairs with trying to tell ya about, I'm trying to tell ya something, I’m trying to tell ya this, Hey, I'm trying to tell ya, I'm trying to tell ya a story.

What are common mistakes when using I'm trying to tell ya?

Confusing with 'I'm trying to tell you' Using in formal writing or speeches Omitting the subject 'I' in sentences

How do you pronounce I'm trying to tell ya?

US: //aɪm ˈtraɪɪŋ tə tɛl jə//, UK: //aɪm ˈtraɪɪŋ tə tɛl jə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I'm trying to tell ya formal or informal?

"I'm trying to tell ya" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I'm trying to tell ya?

Used in casual conversations. Not appropriate in formal settings. Often conveys urgency or excitement.