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Tell me about this

🇬🇧 UK //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt ðɪs// 🇺🇸 US //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt ðɪs//

Meaning of Tell me about this

Request for information or explanation about a particular subject or situation.

In simple words: Ask someone to give information about a topic.

Tell me about this in a sentence

• Can you tell me about this new project?
• She's knowledgeable; just tell me about this when you get a chance.
• During the meeting, I asked him to tell me about this concept.
• I’m really curious. Can you tell me about this article?
• Tell me about this issue, so I can understand better.

How to use Tell me about this

Use in conversations when you want more details. Appropriate in most settings, both formal and informal.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of asking a friend to 'tell' you a story about something interesting.

Related words

Collocations with Tell me about this

• tell me about this topic
• tell me about this situation
• tell me about this project

Synonyms for Tell me about this

• explain this
• describe this
• inform me about this
• elucidate this

Common mistakes with Tell me about this

• Confusing with 'tell about this'.
• Using 'tell me about this' too formally in casual settings.
• Omitting 'me' by saying 'tell about this'.

Frequently asked questions about Tell me about this

What does Tell me about this mean?

Ask someone to give information about a topic.

What is the definition of Tell me about this?

Request for information or explanation about a particular subject or situation.

How do you use Tell me about this in a sentence?

Can you tell me about this new project?

Can you give another example of Tell me about this?

She's knowledgeable; just tell me about this when you get a chance.

What are synonyms for Tell me about this?

Common alternatives include explain this, describe this, inform me about this, elucidate this.

What words go with Tell me about this?

It commonly pairs with tell me about this topic, tell me about this situation, tell me about this project.

What are common mistakes when using Tell me about this?

Confusing with 'tell about this'. Using 'tell me about this' too formally in casual settings. Omitting 'me' by saying 'tell about this'.

How do you pronounce Tell me about this?

US: //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt ðɪs//, UK: //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell me about this?

Use in conversations when you want more details. Appropriate in most settings, both formal and informal.