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UK//ðæt wɜːkt ə triːt//US//ðæt wɜrkt ə trit//

Meaning of That worked a treat

It was very effective or successful.

That worked a treat in a sentence

  • The new marketing strategy really worked a treat for the company.
  • When I tried the advice you gave me, it worked a treat!
  • After the adjustments, the software update worked a treat with no bugs.
  • My friend's recommendation for the restaurant worked a treat; the food was amazing!

How to use That worked a treat

Used in casual conversation to express that something was very effective; may not be appropriate in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a magic trick that works perfectly - 'worked a treat'!

Related words

Collocations with That worked a treat

  • work a treat for
  • really worked a treat
  • worked a treat with
  • it worked a treat
  • perfectly worked a treat

Synonyms for That worked a treat

  • worked well
  • was effective
  • was successful
  • functioned perfectly
  • hit the mark

Common mistakes with That worked a treat

  • Used in formal contexts where a more serious expression is needed.
  • Confused with 'it worked perfectly' which is more exact.
  • Incorrectly used for failure situations.

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Frequently asked questions about That worked a treat

What does That worked a treat mean?

It was very effective or successful.

How do you use That worked a treat in a sentence?

The new marketing strategy really worked a treat for the company.

Can you give another example of That worked a treat?

When I tried the advice you gave me, it worked a treat!

What are synonyms for That worked a treat?

Common alternatives include worked well, was effective, was successful, functioned perfectly, hit the mark.

What words go with That worked a treat?

It commonly pairs with work a treat for, really worked a treat, worked a treat with, it worked a treat, perfectly worked a treat.

What are common mistakes when using That worked a treat?

Used in formal contexts where a more serious expression is needed. Confused with 'it worked perfectly' which is more exact. Incorrectly used for failure situations.

How do you pronounce That worked a treat?

US: //ðæt wɜrkt ə trit//, UK: //ðæt wɜːkt ə triːt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That worked a treat formal or informal?

"That worked a treat" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That worked a treat?

Used in casual conversation to express that something was very effective; may not be appropriate in formal settings.