Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to the tune of
idiom
/tə ðə tun ʌv/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate the approximate amount or extent of something, often followed by a figure.
Examples
- She earned a bonus to the tune of $5,000 this year.
- The project cost to the tune of several million dollars.
- He owes me money to the tune of about $200.
Meaning
When someone refers to something ‘to the tune of’ a particular amount, they are suggesting that it is significant or substantial, often used in financial or quantitative contexts.
Synonyms
- approximately
- around
- about
- in the neighborhood of
