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UK//haʊ lɒŋ ɪz ðæt ˈgɒnə biː//US//haʊ lɔŋ ɪz ðæt ˈɡɑnə bi//

Meaning of How long is that gonna be

An informal way to ask about the expected duration of something.

In simple words: How much time will that take?

How long is that gonna be in a sentence

  • How long is that gonna be until we get our food?
  • If we leave now, how long is that gonna be to arrive?
  • At the bus stop, she asked, 'How long is that gonna be?'
  • During the meeting, he wondered, 'How long is that gonna be?'

How to use How long is that gonna be

Used informally when asking about time duration. It's casual and not suitable for formal situations.

Grammar pattern

question format

Memory hint

Imagine asking a friend impatiently about the duration of a movie - 'How long is that gonna be?'

Related words

Collocations with How long is that gonna be

  • gonna be late
  • gonna be ready
  • gonna be finished

Synonyms for How long is that gonna be

  • How much longer will it take?
  • What’s the time frame?
  • How much time is left?

Common mistakes with How long is that gonna be

  • Using 'gonna' in formal writing.
  • Confusing with 'how long will it be'.
  • Incorrectly shortening to 'How long is that?' without 'gonna be'.

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Frequently asked questions about How long is that gonna be

What does How long is that gonna be mean?

How much time will that take?

What is the definition of How long is that gonna be?

An informal way to ask about the expected duration of something.

How do you use How long is that gonna be in a sentence?

How long is that gonna be until we get our food?

Can you give another example of How long is that gonna be?

If we leave now, how long is that gonna be to arrive?

What are synonyms for How long is that gonna be?

Common alternatives include How much longer will it take?, What’s the time frame?, How much time is left?.

What words go with How long is that gonna be?

It commonly pairs with gonna be late, gonna be ready, gonna be finished.

What are common mistakes when using How long is that gonna be?

Using 'gonna' in formal writing. Confusing with 'how long will it be'. Incorrectly shortening to 'How long is that?' without 'gonna be'.

How do you pronounce How long is that gonna be?

US: //haʊ lɔŋ ɪz ðæt ˈɡɑnə bi//, UK: //haʊ lɒŋ ɪz ðæt ˈgɒnə biː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is How long is that gonna be formal or informal?

"How long is that gonna be" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use How long is that gonna be?

Used informally when asking about time duration. It's casual and not suitable for formal situations.