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UK//ðætəl bi ði ˈbɒdi ˈfɔːlɪŋ//US//ðætəl bi ði ˈbɑdi ˈfɑlɪŋ//

Meaning of That'll be the body falling

Expression indicating that something startling is likely occurring.

In simple words: that's probably a body falling

That'll be the body falling in a sentence

  • When I heard the crash, I thought, 'that'll be the body falling.'
  • In the horror movie scene, you could definitely hear the thud and everyone said, 'that'll be the body falling.'
  • As the building collapsed, someone shouted, 'that'll be the body falling!'

How to use That'll be the body falling

Used in casual conversation. May seem inappropriate in serious contexts. Indicates something surprising or alarming.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a sudden drop — 'that'll' sounds like something unexpected happening.

Related words

Collocations with That'll be the body falling

  • body falling
  • that'll be the case
  • unexpected sound

Synonyms for That'll be the body falling

  • that's probably the body falling
  • most likely a body dropping

Common mistakes with That'll be the body falling

  • Confused with 'that would be the body falling'
  • Used in overly formal contexts
  • Mispronounced as 'that'll be the body calling'

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Frequently asked questions about That'll be the body falling

What does That'll be the body falling mean?

that's probably a body falling

What is the definition of That'll be the body falling?

Expression indicating that something startling is likely occurring.

How do you use That'll be the body falling in a sentence?

When I heard the crash, I thought, 'that'll be the body falling.'

Can you give another example of That'll be the body falling?

In the horror movie scene, you could definitely hear the thud and everyone said, 'that'll be the body falling.'

What are synonyms for That'll be the body falling?

Common alternatives include that's probably the body falling, most likely a body dropping.

What words go with That'll be the body falling?

It commonly pairs with body falling, that'll be the case, unexpected sound.

What are common mistakes when using That'll be the body falling?

Confused with 'that would be the body falling' Used in overly formal contexts Mispronounced as 'that'll be the body calling'

How do you pronounce That'll be the body falling?

US: //ðætəl bi ði ˈbɑdi ˈfɑlɪŋ//, UK: //ðætəl bi ði ˈbɒdi ˈfɔːlɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That'll be the body falling formal or informal?

"That'll be the body falling" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That'll be the body falling?

Used in casual conversation. May seem inappropriate in serious contexts. Indicates something surprising or alarming.