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UK//ðæts ðə wɜːd fə ɪt//US//ðæts ðə wɜrd fər ɪt//

Meaning of That's the word for it

An expression used to confirm the correct word or phrase.

In simple words: That's the right way to describe something.

That's the word for it in a sentence

  • I couldn't remember what it was called, but then she said 'serendipity' and I thought, that's the word for it!
  • When I heard your explanation about the project, I thought, that's the word for it, it really captures my idea.
  • He described the feeling of nostalgia perfectly; that's the word for it!

How to use That's the word for it

Used when someone provides a description that exactly fits what you're thinking. Appropriate in conversations, but might be too informal in written reports or academic papers.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a light bulb going on — that's the word that fits perfectly!

Related words

Collocations with That's the word for it

  • find the word for it
  • search for the word for it
  • use the word for it

Synonyms for That's the word for it

Opposites of That's the word for it

  • That's not the word for it
  • That's not the right word
  • That's an incorrect expression

Common mistakes with That's the word for it

  • Using it in overly formal contexts.
  • Confusing it with similar phrases like 'that's the phrase for it.'

Compare That's the word for it with That's it, Exactly

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Frequently asked questions about That's the word for it

What does That's the word for it mean?

That's the right way to describe something.

What is the definition of That's the word for it?

An expression used to confirm the correct word or phrase.

How do you use That's the word for it in a sentence?

I couldn't remember what it was called, but then she said 'serendipity' and I thought, that's the word for it!

Can you give another example of That's the word for it?

When I heard your explanation about the project, I thought, that's the word for it, it really captures my idea.

What are synonyms for That's the word for it?

Common alternatives include that's it, exactly, that's the one, that's what I mean.

What is the opposite of That's the word for it?

Opposite meanings include That's not the word for it, That's not the right word, That's an incorrect expression.

What words go with That's the word for it?

It commonly pairs with find the word for it, search for the word for it, use the word for it.

What are common mistakes when using That's the word for it?

Using it in overly formal contexts. Confusing it with similar phrases like 'that's the phrase for it.'

How do you pronounce That's the word for it?

US: //ðæts ðə wɜrd fər ɪt//, UK: //ðæts ðə wɜːd fə ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That's the word for it?

Used when someone provides a description that exactly fits what you're thinking. Appropriate in conversations, but might be too informal in written reports or academic papers.