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UK//jʊəːr əˈbaʊt tuː//US//jɪr əˈbaʊt tu//

Meaning of You're about to

Indicates an action that will happen very soon.

In simple words: You are going to do something soon.

You're about to in a sentence

  • You're about to witness something incredible!
  • I hope you're about to join us for dinner.
  • You're about to make a big decision, so think carefully.
  • With that look, you're about to get in trouble!
  • You're about to start an exciting journey.

How to use You're about to

This phrase is often used to create anticipation or excitement. It is suitable for both spoken and written contexts.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Imagine someone on the edge of a diving board, ready to jump - they're about to dive!

Related words

Collocations with You're about to

  • you're about to leave
  • you're about to find out
  • you're about to learn

Synonyms for You're about to

Common mistakes with You're about to

  • Using 'about to' without a verb afterwards.
  • Misplacing 'you're' in the sentence.
  • Forgetting to use 'to' after 'about'.

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Frequently asked questions about You're about to

What does You're about to mean?

You are going to do something soon.

What is the definition of You're about to?

Indicates an action that will happen very soon.

How do you use You're about to in a sentence?

You're about to witness something incredible!

Can you give another example of You're about to?

I hope you're about to join us for dinner.

What are synonyms for You're about to?

Common alternatives include going to, ready to, on the verge of.

What words go with You're about to?

It commonly pairs with you're about to leave, you're about to find out, you're about to learn.

What are common mistakes when using You're about to?

Using 'about to' without a verb afterwards. Misplacing 'you're' in the sentence. Forgetting to use 'to' after 'about'.

How do you pronounce You're about to?

US: //jɪr əˈbaʊt tu//, UK: //jʊəːr əˈbaʊt tuː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You're about to?

This phrase is often used to create anticipation or excitement. It is suitable for both spoken and written contexts.