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UK//aɪl tɛl juː wɒt tuː duː//US//aɪl tɛl ju wɑt tu du//

Meaning of I'll tell you what to do

A phrase indicating one person will give instructions to another.

In simple words: I will say to you what actions to take.

I'll tell you what to do in a sentence

  • If you are unsure, I'll tell you what to do.
  • When you're lost, I'll tell you what to do next.
  • I'll tell you what to do to finish the project on time.
  • Don't worry about the chaos; I'll tell you what to do.
  • Just relax, and I'll tell you what to do to solve this problem.

How to use I'll tell you what to do

Used in casual conversation to imply giving instructions or commands. More common among friends or in relaxed settings, less appropriate in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Imagine a person confidently directing a friend with a pointing gesture.

Related words

Collocations with I'll tell you what to do

  • tell someone what to do
  • tell you exactly what to do
  • I'll tell you later what to do
  • often tell you what to do
  • tell you what to do next

Synonyms for I'll tell you what to do

  • I'll guide you
  • I'll instruct you
  • I'll advise you
  • I'll direct you
  • I'll show you what to do

Common mistakes with I'll tell you what to do

  • Using 'shall' instead of 'will' for future intent, which sounds too formal here.
  • Omitting 'you' and saying 'I'll tell what to do' makes it awkward.
  • Confusing the phrase with 'I'll tell you how to do it,' which implies more detail.

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Frequently asked questions about I'll tell you what to do

What does I'll tell you what to do mean?

I will say to you what actions to take.

What is the definition of I'll tell you what to do?

A phrase indicating one person will give instructions to another.

How do you use I'll tell you what to do in a sentence?

If you are unsure, I'll tell you what to do.

Can you give another example of I'll tell you what to do?

When you're lost, I'll tell you what to do next.

What are synonyms for I'll tell you what to do?

Common alternatives include I'll guide you, I'll instruct you, I'll advise you, I'll direct you, I'll show you what to do.

What words go with I'll tell you what to do?

It commonly pairs with tell someone what to do, tell you exactly what to do, I'll tell you later what to do, often tell you what to do, tell you what to do next.

What are common mistakes when using I'll tell you what to do?

Using 'shall' instead of 'will' for future intent, which sounds too formal here. Omitting 'you' and saying 'I'll tell what to do' makes it awkward. Confusing the phrase with 'I'll tell you how to do it,' which implies more detail.

How do you pronounce I'll tell you what to do?

US: //aɪl tɛl ju wɑt tu du//, UK: //aɪl tɛl juː wɒt tuː duː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I'll tell you what to do formal or informal?

"I'll tell you what to do" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I'll tell you what to do?

Used in casual conversation to imply giving instructions or commands. More common among friends or in relaxed settings, less appropriate in formal situations.