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UK//huː təʊld juː//US//huː toʊld ju//

Meaning of Who told you

A question asking who provided specific information or gossip.

In simple words: A question asking about the person who gave you information.

Who told you in a sentence

  • Who told you that secret?
  • I can't believe who told you such a story.
  • Do you remember who told you about the meeting?
  • Who told you to come here?
  • I'm curious, who told you about that new restaurant?

How to use Who told you

Use in conversation to inquire about the source of information. It's informal and may not be ideal for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

question form

Memory hint

Think of a detective asking, 'Who spilled the beans?'

Related words

Collocations with Who told you

  • Who told you that
  • Who told you this
  • I wonder who told you

Synonyms for Who told you

  • Who informed you
  • Who let you know
  • Who shared that with you

Common mistakes with Who told you

  • Omitting the subject, confusing it with statements.
  • Using incorrect verb tenses.
  • Misplacing the question mark when asking.

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Frequently asked questions about Who told you

What does Who told you mean?

A question asking about the person who gave you information.

What is the definition of Who told you?

A question asking who provided specific information or gossip.

How do you use Who told you in a sentence?

Who told you that secret?

Can you give another example of Who told you?

I can't believe who told you such a story.

What are synonyms for Who told you?

Common alternatives include Who informed you, Who let you know, Who shared that with you.

What words go with Who told you?

It commonly pairs with Who told you that, Who told you this, I wonder who told you.

What are common mistakes when using Who told you?

Omitting the subject, confusing it with statements. Using incorrect verb tenses. Misplacing the question mark when asking.

How do you pronounce Who told you?

US: //huː toʊld ju//, UK: //huː təʊld juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Who told you?

Use in conversation to inquire about the source of information. It's informal and may not be ideal for formal writing.