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The thing about me

🇬🇧 UK //ðə θɪŋ əˈbaʊt miː// 🇺🇸 US //ðə θɪŋ əˈbaʊt mi//

Meaning of The thing about me

A phrase to start sharing something personal about oneself.

In simple words: A phrase used to introduce information about oneself.

The thing about me in a sentence

• The thing about me is I love to travel alone.
• You know, the thing about me is that I can cook amazing Italian food.
• So, the thing about me is I always try to be positive no matter the situation.
• The thing about me is I have a pet parrot who talks back.
• The thing about me is I'm really into photography; it’s my passion.

How to use The thing about me

Often used in casual conversations when sharing personal information. It's informal and should be avoided in professional settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'the thing about me' as revealing a fun fact like a surprise gift.

Related words

Collocations with The thing about me

• the thing about you
• the thing about us
• the main thing about me

Synonyms for The thing about me

• here's a fact about me
• let me share something
• what I mean is

Common mistakes with The thing about me

• Using it in formal writing.
• Not following with a relevant detail.
• Overusing it can sound repetitive.

Frequently asked questions about The thing about me

What does The thing about me mean?

A phrase used to introduce information about oneself.

What is the definition of The thing about me?

A phrase to start sharing something personal about oneself.

How do you use The thing about me in a sentence?

The thing about me is I love to travel alone.

Can you give another example of The thing about me?

You know, the thing about me is that I can cook amazing Italian food.

What are synonyms for The thing about me?

Common alternatives include here's a fact about me, let me share something, what I mean is.

What words go with The thing about me?

It commonly pairs with the thing about you, the thing about us, the main thing about me.

What are common mistakes when using The thing about me?

Using it in formal writing. Not following with a relevant detail. Overusing it can sound repetitive.

How do you pronounce The thing about me?

US: //ðə θɪŋ əˈbaʊt mi//, UK: //ðə θɪŋ əˈbaʊt miː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is The thing about me formal or informal?

"The thing about me" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use The thing about me?

Often used in casual conversations when sharing personal information. It's informal and should be avoided in professional settings.