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Tell you what the answer is

🇬🇧 UK //tɛl ju wɒt ði ˈɑːnsə(r) ɪz// 🇺🇸 US //tɛl ju wɑt ði ˈænsər ɪz//

Meaning of Tell you what the answer is

To communicate or inform you about the answer.

In simple words: I'll explain the answer to you.

Tell you what the answer is in a sentence

• Let me just tell you what the answer is to this question.
• I will tell you what the answer is if you listen closely.
• Can I tell you what the answer is before the exam?

How to use Tell you what the answer is

Use this phrase when you want to give information clearly. Suitable for conversations and explanations, but avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

tell + object + complement

Memory hint

Think of 'tell you what' as sharing a secret like a trusted friend.

Related words

Collocations with Tell you what the answer is

• tell you what
• give the answer
• find the answer

Synonyms for Tell you what the answer is

• inform you of the answer
• explain the answer
• show you the answer

Opposites of Tell you what the answer is

• ask you what the question is
• keep the answer secret
• hide the solution

Common mistakes with Tell you what the answer is

• Incorrectly using 'tell' without an object.
• Omitting 'you' resulting in 'tell what the answer is.'
• Using it in overly formal contexts!

Frequently asked questions about Tell you what the answer is

What does Tell you what the answer is mean?

I'll explain the answer to you.

What is the definition of Tell you what the answer is?

To communicate or inform you about the answer.

How do you use Tell you what the answer is in a sentence?

Let me just tell you what the answer is to this question.

Can you give another example of Tell you what the answer is?

I will tell you what the answer is if you listen closely.

What are synonyms for Tell you what the answer is?

Common alternatives include inform you of the answer, explain the answer, show you the answer.

What is the opposite of Tell you what the answer is?

Opposite meanings include ask you what the question is, keep the answer secret, hide the solution.

What words go with Tell you what the answer is?

It commonly pairs with tell you what, give the answer, find the answer.

What are common mistakes when using Tell you what the answer is?

Incorrectly using 'tell' without an object. Omitting 'you' resulting in 'tell what the answer is.' Using it in overly formal contexts!

How do you pronounce Tell you what the answer is?

US: //tɛl ju wɑt ði ˈænsər ɪz//, UK: //tɛl ju wɒt ði ˈɑːnsə(r) ɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell you what the answer is?

Use this phrase when you want to give information clearly. Suitable for conversations and explanations, but avoid in very formal writing.