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UK//ðɪs wəz jɔːr aɪˈdɪə//US//ðɪs wəz jʊr aɪˈdiə//

Meaning of This was your idea

Attribution of an idea to someone.

In simple words: You thought of this first.

This was your idea in a sentence

  • Remember, this was your idea to start the project.
  • I just want to remind you that this was your idea to go on this trip.
  • During the meeting, he said, 'Well, this was your idea, so I thought you’d love it.'

How to use This was your idea

Use when attributing a suggestion to someone. Appropriate in both formal and casual contexts, but be cautious of tone.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Think of 'this was your idea' as a balloon—you’re letting someone know their thought is floating high!

Related words

Collocations with This was your idea

  • your idea was great
  • this was your suggestion
  • this was your proposal

Synonyms for This was your idea

  • this is your suggestion
  • this is your proposal
  • you came up with this

Common mistakes with This was your idea

  • Omitting the pronoun 'this' when it is needed.
  • Incorrectly attributing the idea to someone else.
  • Using in a sarcastic tone when not intended.

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Frequently asked questions about This was your idea

What does This was your idea mean?

You thought of this first.

What is the definition of This was your idea?

Attribution of an idea to someone.

How do you use This was your idea in a sentence?

Remember, this was your idea to start the project.

Can you give another example of This was your idea?

I just want to remind you that this was your idea to go on this trip.

What are synonyms for This was your idea?

Common alternatives include this is your suggestion, this is your proposal, you came up with this.

What words go with This was your idea?

It commonly pairs with your idea was great, this was your suggestion, this was your proposal.

What are common mistakes when using This was your idea?

Omitting the pronoun 'this' when it is needed. Incorrectly attributing the idea to someone else. Using in a sarcastic tone when not intended.

How do you pronounce This was your idea?

US: //ðɪs wəz jʊr aɪˈdiə//, UK: //ðɪs wəz jɔːr aɪˈdɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use This was your idea?

Use when attributing a suggestion to someone. Appropriate in both formal and casual contexts, but be cautious of tone.