Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

that is (to say)

Phrase
/ðæt ɪz tə seɪ/
Definition
A phrase used to clarify or explain something further.
Examples
  • He is an expert in his field, that is, he knows a lot about his subject.
  • We will meet at 5 PM, that is to say, right after work.
Meaning
It indicates that what follows is a rephrasing or elaboration of the previous statement.
Synonyms
  • In other words
  • That is to say
  • Put differently