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It strikes me that

🇬🇧 UK //ɪt straɪks miː ðat// 🇺🇸 US //ɪt straɪks mi ðæt//

Meaning of It strikes me that

I realize or have an impression about something.

In simple words: I realize or think that

It strikes me that in a sentence

• It strikes me that we need a new approach to this problem.
• After the meeting, it strikes me that the proposal was quite innovative.
• It strikes me that she might have a different opinion on this matter.
• Sometimes, it strikes me that our decisions are too rushed.
• It strikes me that the weather is changing faster than usual.

How to use It strikes me that

Commonly used when expressing a realization or thought. Suitable in both spoken and written English but may sound formal in casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

strikes + subject + that + clause

Memory hint

Imagine a lightning strike hitting your brain; it's when a new thought hits you.

Related words

Collocations with It strikes me that

• strikes me that
• it strikes me
• strikes me as
• it strikes me why
• strikes me funny

Synonyms for It strikes me that

• I realize that
• I think that
• It occurs to me that
• It seems to me that
• I understand that

Common mistakes with It strikes me that

• Incorrectly using 'strikes' without a subject (e.g., 'It strikes that')
• Omitting 'me' (e.g., 'It strikes that')
• Confusing with other phrases like 'I think that'

Frequently asked questions about It strikes me that

What does It strikes me that mean?

I realize or think that

What is the definition of It strikes me that?

I realize or have an impression about something.

How do you use It strikes me that in a sentence?

It strikes me that we need a new approach to this problem.

Can you give another example of It strikes me that?

After the meeting, it strikes me that the proposal was quite innovative.

What are synonyms for It strikes me that?

Common alternatives include I realize that, I think that, It occurs to me that, It seems to me that, I understand that.

What words go with It strikes me that?

It commonly pairs with strikes me that, it strikes me, strikes me as, it strikes me why, strikes me funny.

What are common mistakes when using It strikes me that?

Incorrectly using 'strikes' without a subject (e.g., 'It strikes that') Omitting 'me' (e.g., 'It strikes that') Confusing with other phrases like 'I think that'

How do you pronounce It strikes me that?

US: //ɪt straɪks mi ðæt//, UK: //ɪt straɪks miː ðat//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use It strikes me that?

Commonly used when expressing a realization or thought. Suitable in both spoken and written English but may sound formal in casual contexts.