Meaning of the word that in English

What does that mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

that

US /ðæt/
UK /ðæt/
"that" picture

Determiner

used to identify a specific person or thing observed or heard by the speaker

Example:
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Look at that beautiful sunset!
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Can you hand me that book on the top shelf?

Pronoun

used to refer to a person or thing observed or heard by the speaker

Example:
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Is that your car parked outside?
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I'll take that one, please.

Adverb

to such an extent; so

Example:
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I didn't realize it was that late.
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He's not that good at math.

Conjunction

1.

used to introduce a subordinate clause expressing a statement or thought

Example:
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She said that she would be late.
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I believe that he is innocent.
2.

used to introduce a relative clause, especially in non-restrictive clauses

Example:
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This is the book that I was telling you about.
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The car that was parked illegally was towed away.