that

1 of 4pronoun

/ðæt/

1

used to identify a specific person or thing observed or pointed out by the speaker

That is my brother standing by the car.
That looks delicious, what is it?
Look at that, it's beautiful!
That must be the package I ordered.
Is that your phone ringing?

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2

used to refer to a statement, idea, or event already introduced

She said she got the job, that made my day.
I forgot my umbrella.That was careless of me.
He lost the election, and that surprised everyone.
They canceled the event.That was unexpected.
I didn't sleep well, and that affected my mood.

3

used to introduce or refer to something having a particular feature or characteristic

People are drawn to that which they find familiar.
He spoke of that which cannot be spoken.
We fear that which we do not understand.
She gave all to that which she loved.
I admire that which is done with passion.

4

used to introduce relative clauses that refer to people, animals, or things

The book that I borrowed is amazing.
The woman that called earlier left a message.
The song that played was our favorite.
The dog that barked all night kept me awake.
He's the teacher that helped me the most.

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5

used after "and" for emphatic repetition or clarification

She was generous, and that to a fault.
He helped me, and that without being asked.
The meal was excellent, and that unexpectedly.
She succeeded, and that against all odds.
He was polite, and that every time we met.

6

used after a negative to express extent or awareness

He hasn't done anything that I've seen.
She hasn't mentioned it that I know of.
There's no reason to worry that I'm aware of.
He's not involved that I can tell.
Nothing has changed that I can see.