informal 2K

You hear that

🇬🇧 UK //jʊ hɪə ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //jʊ hɪr ðæt//

Meaning of You hear that

A question asking if someone has heard a noise or sound.

In simple words: A way to ask if someone noticed something.

You hear that in a sentence

• Did you hear that? It sounded like thunder.
• You hear that? Someone is singing in the distance.
• I thought I heard the doorbell, but did you hear that?
• When he shouted, you hear that too, right?
• Wow, you hear that? The music is incredible!

How to use You hear that

Used in casual conversations when you want to confirm if someone else heard a sound. Not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of a hearing test where you ask someone, 'Did you hear that?'

Related words

Collocations with You hear that

• hear that noise
• did you hear that sound
• you hear that song

Synonyms for You hear that

• Did you hear that?
• Did you catch that?
• Notice that?
• Are you getting this?
• Hear what I hear?

Common mistakes with You hear that

• Using it in formal situations where a more polite phrase is needed.
• Forgetting to tone the voice for emphasis when asking.
• Not following up with what was heard for clarity.

Frequently asked questions about You hear that

What does You hear that mean?

A way to ask if someone noticed something.

What is the definition of You hear that?

A question asking if someone has heard a noise or sound.

How do you use You hear that in a sentence?

Did you hear that? It sounded like thunder.

Can you give another example of You hear that?

You hear that? Someone is singing in the distance.

What are synonyms for You hear that?

Common alternatives include Did you hear that?, Did you catch that?, Notice that?, Are you getting this?, Hear what I hear?.

What words go with You hear that?

It commonly pairs with hear that noise, did you hear that sound, you hear that song.

What are common mistakes when using You hear that?

Using it in formal situations where a more polite phrase is needed. Forgetting to tone the voice for emphasis when asking. Not following up with what was heard for clarity.

How do you pronounce You hear that?

US: //jʊ hɪr ðæt//, UK: //jʊ hɪə ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You hear that formal or informal?

"You hear that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You hear that?

Used in casual conversations when you want to confirm if someone else heard a sound. Not suitable for formal contexts.