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What kind of a list

🇬🇧 UK //wɒt kaɪnd ʌv ə lɪst// 🇺🇸 US //wɑt kaɪnd əv ə lɪst//

Meaning of What kind of a list

A phrase used to ask about the category or type of items in a list.

In simple words: A specific type of list used to categorize things.

What kind of a list in a sentence

• I was curious what kind of a list you are creating.
• What kind of a list do you keep for your groceries?
• He asked me what kind of a list I needed for our project.
• Do you know what kind of a list this is?

How to use What kind of a list

Used in questions to inquire about the type or category of items in a list. Appropriate in both casual and formal conversations.

Grammar pattern

stanalone chunk

Memory hint

Picture saying 'What kind?' like sorting colored candies into different jars.

Related words

Collocations with What kind of a list

• kind of a list
• type of list
• category of list

Synonyms for What kind of a list

• what type of list
• what sort of list
• which kind of list

Common mistakes with What kind of a list

• Confusing it with 'what sort of list'
• Using it without context can sound vague
• Misplacing 'a' in the phrase

Frequently asked questions about What kind of a list

What does What kind of a list mean?

A specific type of list used to categorize things.

What is the definition of What kind of a list?

A phrase used to ask about the category or type of items in a list.

How do you use What kind of a list in a sentence?

I was curious what kind of a list you are creating.

Can you give another example of What kind of a list?

What kind of a list do you keep for your groceries?

What are synonyms for What kind of a list?

Common alternatives include what type of list, what sort of list, which kind of list.

What words go with What kind of a list?

It commonly pairs with kind of a list, type of list, category of list.

What are common mistakes when using What kind of a list?

Confusing it with 'what sort of list' Using it without context can sound vague Misplacing 'a' in the phrase

How do you pronounce What kind of a list?

US: //wɑt kaɪnd əv ə lɪst//, UK: //wɒt kaɪnd ʌv ə lɪst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What kind of a list?

Used in questions to inquire about the type or category of items in a list. Appropriate in both casual and formal conversations.