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UK//ðæts ˈɡənə bi bæd njuːz//US//ðæts ˈɡɑːnə bi bæd nuz//

Meaning of That's gonna be bad news

An indication that something negative or disappointing will happen.

In simple words: This means the situation will be negative or disappointing.

That's gonna be bad news in a sentence

  • If she forgot to submit her assignment, that's gonna be bad news.
  • When the storm warnings were issued, everyone knew that's gonna be bad news.
  • Hearing that the event was canceled, I thought, 'That's gonna be bad news for all attendees.'
  • If the company is cutting jobs, that's gonna be bad news for many employees.
  • When the doctor said my test results weren't good, I realized that's gonna be bad news.

How to use That's gonna be bad news

Use this phrase in casual conversations when predicting an undesirable outcome. Avoid in formal settings or written reports.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a friend saying, 'That's going to be bad news!' while frowning.

Related words

Collocations with That's gonna be bad news

  • be bad news
  • hear bad news
  • bring bad news

Synonyms for That's gonna be bad news

  • That's unfortunate news
  • That's bad news
  • That's tough luck

Common mistakes with That's gonna be bad news

  • Overusing in serious contexts.
  • Misplacing the word 'gonna' with 'going to' in formal speech.
  • Using it without enough context.

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Frequently asked questions about That's gonna be bad news

What does That's gonna be bad news mean?

This means the situation will be negative or disappointing.

What is the definition of That's gonna be bad news?

An indication that something negative or disappointing will happen.

How do you use That's gonna be bad news in a sentence?

If she forgot to submit her assignment, that's gonna be bad news.

Can you give another example of That's gonna be bad news?

When the storm warnings were issued, everyone knew that's gonna be bad news.

What are synonyms for That's gonna be bad news?

Common alternatives include That's unfortunate news, That's bad news, That's tough luck.

What words go with That's gonna be bad news?

It commonly pairs with be bad news, hear bad news, bring bad news.

What are common mistakes when using That's gonna be bad news?

Overusing in serious contexts. Misplacing the word 'gonna' with 'going to' in formal speech. Using it without enough context.

How do you pronounce That's gonna be bad news?

US: //ðæts ˈɡɑːnə bi bæd nuz//, UK: //ðæts ˈɡənə bi bæd njuːz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's gonna be bad news formal or informal?

"That's gonna be bad news" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's gonna be bad news?

Use this phrase in casual conversations when predicting an undesirable outcome. Avoid in formal settings or written reports.