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UK//ðæt wəz ˈtɛrəbl//US//ðæt wəz ˈtɛrəbl//

Meaning of That was terrible

An expression of strong disapproval or disappointment about something.

In simple words: That was very bad.

That was terrible in a sentence

  • That was terrible; I can't believe they forgot my birthday.
  • The movie was so boring, that was terrible!
  • I tried the new restaurant, and honestly, that was terrible.
  • After the match, he said, 'That was terrible, we played so poorly.'
  • That was terrible weather for our picnic, it rained all day.

How to use That was terrible

Used to express strong disapproval or disappointment. Typically informal; avoid in formal writing or contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Think of a 'terrible' event – it makes you say 'That was terrible!'

Related words

Collocations with That was terrible

Synonyms for That was terrible

  • That was awful
  • That was horrible
  • That was dreadful
  • That was bad
  • That was disappointing

Common mistakes with That was terrible

  • Using in overly formal situations.
  • Confusing with 'terrible' as an adjective without context.
  • Not matching the severity of the situation appropriately.

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Frequently asked questions about That was terrible

What does That was terrible mean?

That was very bad.

What is the definition of That was terrible?

An expression of strong disapproval or disappointment about something.

How do you use That was terrible in a sentence?

That was terrible; I can't believe they forgot my birthday.

Can you give another example of That was terrible?

The movie was so boring, that was terrible!

What are synonyms for That was terrible?

Common alternatives include That was awful, That was horrible, That was dreadful, That was bad, That was disappointing.

What words go with That was terrible?

It commonly pairs with that was a disaster, that was an experience, that was a mistake.

What are common mistakes when using That was terrible?

Using in overly formal situations. Confusing with 'terrible' as an adjective without context. Not matching the severity of the situation appropriately.

How do you pronounce That was terrible?

US: //ðæt wəz ˈtɛrəbl//, UK: //ðæt wəz ˈtɛrəbl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That was terrible formal or informal?

"That was terrible" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That was terrible?

Used to express strong disapproval or disappointment. Typically informal; avoid in formal writing or contexts.