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What kind of message is that

🇬🇧 UK //wɒt kaɪnd əv ˈmɛsɪdʒ ɪz ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //wʌt kaɪnd əv ˈmɛsɪdʒ ɪz ðæt//

Meaning of What kind of message is that

A question asking about the classification or nature of a particular message.

In simple words: A question asking about the type of message being sent.

What kind of message is that in a sentence

• When I saw the message from her, I thought, 'What kind of message is that?'
• After reading his text, I wondered, 'What kind of message is that?'
• She replied to the email with, 'What kind of message is that?'
• Seeing the strange emoji, I asked, 'What kind of message is that?'
• Upon receiving the cryptic note, he exclaimed, 'What kind of message is that?'

How to use What kind of message is that

Used when seeking clarification about the nature or purpose of a message. Appropriate in casual and professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of it as sorting messages; you want to know which box it goes in.

Related words

Collocations with What kind of message is that

• type of message
• kind of information
• kind of text
• kind of communication

Synonyms for What kind of message is that

• What sort of message is that?
• What kind of note is that?
• What type of message is that?

Common mistakes with What kind of message is that

• Misusing 'what kind of' with unrelated subjects.
• Omitting 'is that' to make it sound incomplete.
• Confusing with 'what type of message' as overly formal.

Frequently asked questions about What kind of message is that

What does What kind of message is that mean?

A question asking about the type of message being sent.

What is the definition of What kind of message is that?

A question asking about the classification or nature of a particular message.

How do you use What kind of message is that in a sentence?

When I saw the message from her, I thought, 'What kind of message is that?'

Can you give another example of What kind of message is that?

After reading his text, I wondered, 'What kind of message is that?'

What are synonyms for What kind of message is that?

Common alternatives include What sort of message is that?, What kind of note is that?, What type of message is that?.

What words go with What kind of message is that?

It commonly pairs with type of message, kind of information, kind of text, kind of communication.

What are common mistakes when using What kind of message is that?

Misusing 'what kind of' with unrelated subjects. Omitting 'is that' to make it sound incomplete. Confusing with 'what type of message' as overly formal.

How do you pronounce What kind of message is that?

US: //wʌt kaɪnd əv ˈmɛsɪdʒ ɪz ðæt//, UK: //wɒt kaɪnd əv ˈmɛsɪdʒ ɪz ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What kind of message is that?

Used when seeking clarification about the nature or purpose of a message. Appropriate in casual and professional contexts.