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That's about that much

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts əˈbaʊt ðæt mʌtʃ// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts əˈbaʊt ðæt mʌtʃ//

Meaning of That's about that much

Indicates an approximate amount or size.

In simple words: It refers to a specific amount or level.

That's about that much in a sentence

• I need that much money to buy the new phone.
• He said he'd return in that much time, maybe an hour.
• You can put about that much sugar in your coffee.
• The project will cost that much to complete successfully.
• My sister can eat about that much pizza in one sitting.

How to use That's about that much

Use this phrase to indicate a particular quantity or extent, usually in casual conversation. It may not be suitable for formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine holding your hands apart to show the size of something with 'that much'.

Related words

Collocations with That's about that much

• that much money
• that much time
• that much effort

Synonyms for That's about that much

• approximately
• around
• roughly
• about
• nearly

Common mistakes with That's about that much

• Confused with 'That's about that many' when talking about countable nouns.
• Used in overly formal contexts where a simpler expression would suffice.

Frequently asked questions about That's about that much

What does That's about that much mean?

It refers to a specific amount or level.

What is the definition of That's about that much?

Indicates an approximate amount or size.

How do you use That's about that much in a sentence?

I need that much money to buy the new phone.

Can you give another example of That's about that much?

He said he'd return in that much time, maybe an hour.

What are synonyms for That's about that much?

Common alternatives include approximately, around, roughly, about, nearly.

What words go with That's about that much?

It commonly pairs with that much money, that much time, that much effort.

What are common mistakes when using That's about that much?

Confused with 'That's about that many' when talking about countable nouns. Used in overly formal contexts where a simpler expression would suffice.

How do you pronounce That's about that much?

US: //ðæts əˈbaʊt ðæt mʌtʃ//, UK: //ðæts əˈbaʊt ðæt mʌtʃ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's about that much formal or informal?

"That's about that much" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's about that much?

Use this phrase to indicate a particular quantity or extent, usually in casual conversation. It may not be suitable for formal settings.