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UK//tɛl miː hɪz neɪm//US//tɛl mi hɪz neɪm//

Meaning of Tell me his name

A request for someone to say another person's name.

In simple words: Ask for someone's name.

Tell me his name in a sentence

  • When you meet someone new, you might say, 'Tell me his name.'
  • In the meeting, I turned to my colleague and asked, 'Tell me his name.'
  • When you see someone interesting at a party, just say, 'Tell me his name.'
  • To clarify my introduction, I said to Sarah, 'Tell me his name again.'
  • Whenever you hear a compliment, remember to ask, 'Tell me his name.'

How to use Tell me his name

Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts to request a person's name. Suitable in conversations but avoid in very formal settings where titles might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine asking a detective for the identity of a suspect – 'Tell me his name!'

Related words

Collocations with Tell me his name

  • ask for a name
  • find out his name
  • request his name

Synonyms for Tell me his name

  • What is his name?
  • Introduce me to him.
  • What does he go by?

Common mistakes with Tell me his name

  • Using 'who' instead of 'his' when referring specifically to a male.
  • Omitting 'me' and saying 'Tell his name' which is grammatically incorrect.
  • Forgetting to capitalize 'name' at the beginning of a sentence.

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Frequently asked questions about Tell me his name

What does Tell me his name mean?

Ask for someone's name.

What is the definition of Tell me his name?

A request for someone to say another person's name.

How do you use Tell me his name in a sentence?

When you meet someone new, you might say, 'Tell me his name.'

Can you give another example of Tell me his name?

In the meeting, I turned to my colleague and asked, 'Tell me his name.'

What are synonyms for Tell me his name?

Common alternatives include What is his name?, Introduce me to him., What does he go by?.

What words go with Tell me his name?

It commonly pairs with ask for a name, find out his name, request his name.

What are common mistakes when using Tell me his name?

Using 'who' instead of 'his' when referring specifically to a male. Omitting 'me' and saying 'Tell his name' which is grammatically incorrect. Forgetting to capitalize 'name' at the beginning of a sentence.

How do you pronounce Tell me his name?

US: //tɛl mi hɪz neɪm//, UK: //tɛl miː hɪz neɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell me his name?

Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts to request a person's name. Suitable in conversations but avoid in very formal settings where titles might be preferred.