That is to say
conjunction
In other words, another way to say.
I'm going out to eat, that is to say, I won't be cooking dinner tonight.
Often appears as...
- clarifying something
- explaining further
conjunction
Used to introduce a more precise definition or explanation.
We need to get more customers, that is to say, we need to work on our marketing.
Often appears as...
- introducing explanation
- presenting definition
Usage tips
Academic,Technical
conjunction
Used for emphasizing and specifying what you are talking about.
We require a strong leader, that is to say, someone who can handle the pressure and make decisions.
Often appears as...
- emphasizing point
- specifying detail
Usage tips
Formal
conjunction
In other words, another way to say.
I'm going out to eat, that is to say, I won't be cooking dinner tonight.
Often appears as...
- clarifying something
- explaining further
conjunction
Used to introduce a more precise definition or explanation.
We need to get more customers, that is to say, we need to work on our marketing.
Often appears as...
- introducing explanation
- presenting definition
Usage tips
Academic,Technical
conjunction
Used for emphasizing and specifying what you are talking about.
We require a strong leader, that is to say, someone who can handle the pressure and make decisions.
Often appears as...
- emphasizing point
- specifying detail
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification Tool
Use 'that is to say' to make sure the listener understands exactly what you mean.
You'll be in charge, that is to say, you're the team leader for this project.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Ambiguity
It helps prevent misunderstandings by providing clarity to a previous statement.
I enjoy solitary activities, that is to say, I like being alone.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasize a Point
Use it to emphasize the most important part of your message.
She is a vegetarian, that is to say, she doesn't eat any meat at all.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification Tool
Use 'that is to say' to make sure the listener understands exactly what you mean.
You'll be in charge, that is to say, you're the team leader for this project.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Ambiguity
It helps prevent misunderstandings by providing clarity to a previous statement.
I enjoy solitary activities, that is to say, I like being alone.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasize a Point
Use it to emphasize the most important part of your message.
She is a vegetarian, that is to say, she doesn't eat any meat at all.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification Tool
Use 'that is to say' to make sure the listener understands exactly what you mean.
You'll be in charge, that is to say, you're the team leader for this project.
Pro Tip 2/3Avoid Ambiguity
It helps prevent misunderstandings by providing clarity to a previous statement.
I enjoy solitary activities, that is to say, I like being alone.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasize a Point
Use it to emphasize the most important part of your message.
She is a vegetarian, that is to say, she doesn't eat any meat at all.
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