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That kind of thing

🇬🇧 UK //ðæt kaɪnd ʌv θɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ðæt kaɪnd əv θɪŋ//

Meaning of That kind of thing

A phrase referring to similar actions, situations, or items.

In simple words: A phrase used to refer generally to similar actions or situations.

That kind of thing in a sentence

• They talk about movies, books, and that kind of thing during their meetings.
• I'm not really interested in that kind of thing, to be honest.
• That kind of thing happens all the time in big cities.

How to use That kind of thing

Use this phrase in casual conversations to describe something without specifying details. Avoid in formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of it as saying 'stuff like this' to remember its use for general situations.

Related words

Collocations with That kind of thing

• talk about that kind of thing
• interested in that kind of thing
• related to that kind of thing

Synonyms for That kind of thing

• similar things
• such matters
• this sort of thing
• that sort of thing

Common mistakes with That kind of thing

• Using it in formal contexts where specific language is required.
• Overusing the phrase instead of finding more specific terms.
• Confusing it with similar phrases that imply something else.

Frequently asked questions about That kind of thing

What does That kind of thing mean?

A phrase used to refer generally to similar actions or situations.

What is the definition of That kind of thing?

A phrase referring to similar actions, situations, or items.

How do you use That kind of thing in a sentence?

They talk about movies, books, and that kind of thing during their meetings.

Can you give another example of That kind of thing?

I'm not really interested in that kind of thing, to be honest.

What are synonyms for That kind of thing?

Common alternatives include similar things, such matters, this sort of thing, that sort of thing.

What words go with That kind of thing?

It commonly pairs with talk about that kind of thing, interested in that kind of thing, related to that kind of thing.

What are common mistakes when using That kind of thing?

Using it in formal contexts where specific language is required. Overusing the phrase instead of finding more specific terms. Confusing it with similar phrases that imply something else.

How do you pronounce That kind of thing?

US: //ðæt kaɪnd əv θɪŋ//, UK: //ðæt kaɪnd ʌv θɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That kind of thing?

Use this phrase in casual conversations to describe something without specifying details. Avoid in formal writing or speeches.