Cool MateMeaning of Talking to him like that
Speaking to him in a disrespectful manner.
In simple words: Speaking to him in a disrespectful or rude way.
Talking to him like that in a sentence
- You shouldn't be talking to him like that; it's not fair.
- Talking to him like that may hurt his feelings.
- I don't like when you talk to him like that during meetings.
- She was upset that he kept talking to her brother like that.
How to use Talking to him like that
Use in casual contexts; may be too direct for formal settings. It's often used to address someone's rude behavior.
Grammar pattern
talking + to + object
Memory hint
Imagine a person talking harshly to someone they shouldn't—'don't talk to him like that!'
Related words
Collocations with Talking to him like that
- talking to him
- talking back
- talking down to
- talking disrespectfully
Synonyms for Talking to him like that
- berating him
- scolding him
- rebuking him
- disrespecting him
Opposites of Talking to him like that
- speaking respectfully
- treating kindly
Common mistakes with Talking to him like that
- Confused with 'talking to him like this' which implies a different tone.
- Using it in formal situations, which may not be appropriate.
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Frequently asked questions about Talking to him like that
What does Talking to him like that mean?
Speaking to him in a disrespectful or rude way.
What is the definition of Talking to him like that?
Speaking to him in a disrespectful manner.
How do you use Talking to him like that in a sentence?
You shouldn't be talking to him like that; it's not fair.
Can you give another example of Talking to him like that?
Talking to him like that may hurt his feelings.
What are synonyms for Talking to him like that?
Common alternatives include berating him, scolding him, rebuking him, disrespecting him.
What is the opposite of Talking to him like that?
Opposite meanings include speaking respectfully, treating kindly.
What words go with Talking to him like that?
It commonly pairs with talking to him, talking back, talking down to, talking disrespectfully.
What are common mistakes when using Talking to him like that?
Confused with 'talking to him like this' which implies a different tone. Using it in formal situations, which may not be appropriate.
How do you pronounce Talking to him like that?
US: //ˈtɑːkɪŋ tə hɪm laɪk ðæt//, UK: //ˈtɔːkɪŋ tuː hɪm laɪk ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Talking to him like that formal or informal?
"Talking to him like that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Talking to him like that?
Use in casual contexts; may be too direct for formal settings. It's often used to address someone's rude behavior.