put another way — used to introduce a different way of expressing the same idea
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: used to introduce a different way of expressing the same idea
Pronunciation (IPA): /pʊt əˈnʌðər weɪ/
Example Sentences
- The restaurant is expensive. Put another way, eating there will make your wallet cry.
- She's very intelligent. Put another way, she could probably solve world hunger before lunch.
- The exam was difficult. Put another way, it required careful preparation and study.
put another way
VERB[/pʊt əˈnʌðər weɪ/]
used to introduce a different way of expressing the same idea
used to introduce a different way of expressing the same idea
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This modern English idiom combines the verb 'put' with 'another way' to form a discourse marker used when restating or rephrasing the same idea in different terms. It emerged in contemporary English as a clarification device in spoken and written communication.
Breakdown
put (to express or state) + another (different) + way (manner or method). The phrase functions as a fixed expression where 'put it another way' means to restate something using alternative wording or explanation.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The restaurant is expensive. Put another way, eating there will make your wallet cry.”
“She's very intelligent. Put another way, she could probably solve world hunger before lunch.”
“The exam was difficult. Put another way, it required careful preparation and study.”
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