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UK//ɪt wəz ɡreɪt//US//ɪt wəz ɡreɪt//

Meaning of It was great

Used to express that something was enjoyable or satisfactory.

In simple words: It was very good or enjoyable.

It was great in a sentence

  • The concert last night was great.
  • I thought the movie was great!
  • Your presentation was great; everyone enjoyed it!

How to use It was great

Use 'It was great' to express satisfaction or approval about an experience. It's common in informal conversations but also acceptable in casual formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone giving a thumbs up after an amazing event, saying 'It was great!'

Related words

Collocations with It was great

  • was great fun
  • was great for
  • was great experience

Common mistakes with It was great

  • Using 'wasn't great' instead of 'it was great' when expressing a positive feeling.
  • Confusing 'great' with 'good' as they can convey slightly different levels of enthusiasm.

Compare It was great with Fantastic, Wonderful, Excellent, Amazing, Superb

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Frequently asked questions about It was great

What does It was great mean?

It was very good or enjoyable.

What is the definition of It was great?

Used to express that something was enjoyable or satisfactory.

How do you use It was great in a sentence?

The concert last night was great.

Can you give another example of It was great?

I thought the movie was great!

What are synonyms for It was great?

Common alternatives include fantastic, wonderful, excellent, amazing, superb.

What words go with It was great?

It commonly pairs with was great fun, was great for, was great experience.

What are common mistakes when using It was great?

Using 'wasn't great' instead of 'it was great' when expressing a positive feeling. Confusing 'great' with 'good' as they can convey slightly different levels of enthusiasm.

How do you pronounce It was great?

US: //ɪt wəz ɡreɪt//, UK: //ɪt wəz ɡreɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use It was great?

Use 'It was great' to express satisfaction or approval about an experience. It's common in informal conversations but also acceptable in casual formal settings.