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Is that when they told you

🇬🇧 UK //ɪz ðæt wɛn ðeɪ toʊld jʊ// 🇺🇸 US //ɪz ðæt wɛn ðeɪ toʊld jʊ//

Meaning of Is that when they told you

A question to confirm if something was said at a specific time.

In simple words: A phrase used to ask if something was said at that time.

Is that when they told you in a sentence

• Is that when they told you about the surprise party?
• I didn’t realize that’s when they told you the news.
• So, is that when they told you to meet us here?
• Is that when they told you it was canceled?

How to use Is that when they told you

This phrase is often used in conversations to clarify timing of an event or information. It's neutral and appropriate in most spoken contexts, but may be less formal in writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone checking a watch while asking about a past event.

Related words

Collocations with Is that when they told you

• told you
• when they
• is that when

Synonyms for Is that when they told you

• Is that the moment they informed you?
• Was that when they mentioned it?
• Is that when they let you know?

Common mistakes with Is that when they told you

• Using it in the wrong tense (e.g., 'Is that when they tell you?').
• Confusing with 'Is that when you told them?'.
• Not using proper punctuation in written form.

Frequently asked questions about Is that when they told you

What does Is that when they told you mean?

A phrase used to ask if something was said at that time.

What is the definition of Is that when they told you?

A question to confirm if something was said at a specific time.

How do you use Is that when they told you in a sentence?

Is that when they told you about the surprise party?

Can you give another example of Is that when they told you?

I didn’t realize that’s when they told you the news.

What are synonyms for Is that when they told you?

Common alternatives include Is that the moment they informed you?, Was that when they mentioned it?, Is that when they let you know?.

What words go with Is that when they told you?

It commonly pairs with told you, when they, is that when.

What are common mistakes when using Is that when they told you?

Using it in the wrong tense (e.g., 'Is that when they tell you?'). Confusing with 'Is that when you told them?'. Not using proper punctuation in written form.

How do you pronounce Is that when they told you?

US: //ɪz ðæt wɛn ðeɪ toʊld jʊ//, UK: //ɪz ðæt wɛn ðeɪ toʊld jʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Is that when they told you?

This phrase is often used in conversations to clarify timing of an event or information. It's neutral and appropriate in most spoken contexts, but may be less formal in writing.