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That's what's happening

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts wɒts ˈhæpənɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts wɑts ˈhæpənɪŋ//

Meaning of That's what's happening

A phrase used to indicate the current situation or events.

In simple words: This shows what is currently going on.

That's what's happening in a sentence

• When I asked her about the meeting, she just said, 'That's what's happening.'
• There's a lot of chaos in the city right now, and that's what's happening.
• He looked a bit confused after hearing the news, and I said, 'That's what's happening.'
• 'I can't believe they canceled the concert!' 'Yeah, that's what's happening.'
• She asked why everyone was upset, and I replied, 'That's what's happening in the world today.'

How to use That's what's happening

Use in casual conversations or texts to confirm understanding or share feelings. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of it like a news report: 'This is what’s happening now!'

Related words

Collocations with That's what's happening

• that's what's going on
• that's what's important
• this is what's happening

Synonyms for That's what's happening

• This is the situation
• This is what’s occurring
• This is what’s going on

Common mistakes with That's what's happening

• Using it in a formal context
• Confusing with 'That's what's going on'
• Not using appropriate punctuation in texts

Frequently asked questions about That's what's happening

What does That's what's happening mean?

This shows what is currently going on.

What is the definition of That's what's happening?

A phrase used to indicate the current situation or events.

How do you use That's what's happening in a sentence?

When I asked her about the meeting, she just said, 'That's what's happening.'

Can you give another example of That's what's happening?

There's a lot of chaos in the city right now, and that's what's happening.

What are synonyms for That's what's happening?

Common alternatives include This is the situation, This is what’s occurring, This is what’s going on.

What words go with That's what's happening?

It commonly pairs with that's what's going on, that's what's important, this is what's happening.

What are common mistakes when using That's what's happening?

Using it in a formal context Confusing with 'That's what's going on' Not using appropriate punctuation in texts

How do you pronounce That's what's happening?

US: //ðæts wɑts ˈhæpənɪŋ//, UK: //ðæts wɒts ˈhæpənɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's what's happening formal or informal?

"That's what's happening" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's what's happening?

Use in casual conversations or texts to confirm understanding or share feelings. Not suitable for formal writing.