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The whole point of this

🇬🇧 UK //ðə həʊl pɔɪnt əv ðɪs// 🇺🇸 US //ðə hoʊl pɔɪnt əv ðɪs//

Meaning of The whole point of this

The most important purpose or reason for something.

In simple words: The main reason for something

The whole point of this in a sentence

• The whole point of this exercise is to improve your skills.
• When she explained her project, the whole point of this was to show its benefits.
• The whole point of this meeting is to finalize our strategy.
• I think the whole point of this discussion is being lost.
• The whole point of this story is about finding courage in difficult times.

How to use The whole point of this

Used to emphasize the most important aspect of a discussion or argument. It's informal, so avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a target: the 'whole point' is the bullseye.

Related words

Collocations with The whole point of this

• get the whole point
• understand the whole point
• miss the whole point

Synonyms for The whole point of this

• main idea
• central theme
• primary objective

Common mistakes with The whole point of this

• Using it in very formal contexts where a simpler phrase would suffice
• Misplacing it in a sentence, making it unclear what 'the whole point' refers to

Frequently asked questions about "The whole point of this"

What does "The whole point of this" mean?

The main reason for something

What is the definition of "The whole point of this"?

The most important purpose or reason for something.

How do you use "The whole point of this" in a sentence?

The whole point of this exercise is to improve your skills.

Can you give another example of "The whole point of this"?

When she explained her project, the whole point of this was to show its benefits.

What are synonyms for "The whole point of this"?

Common alternatives include main idea, central theme, primary objective.

What words go with "The whole point of this"?

It commonly pairs with get the whole point, understand the whole point, miss the whole point.

What are common mistakes when using "The whole point of this"?

Using it in very formal contexts where a simpler phrase would suffice Misplacing it in a sentence, making it unclear what 'the whole point' refers to

How do you pronounce "The whole point of this"?

US: //ðə hoʊl pɔɪnt əv ðɪs//, UK: //ðə həʊl pɔɪnt əv ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "The whole point of this"?

Used to emphasize the most important aspect of a discussion or argument. It's informal, so avoid in very formal writing.