that is to say

English

Adverb

that is to say (not comparable)

(conjunctive) In other words. Used to introduce a clarification, simplification, or explanation
One of the best things about works of music is that they are repeatable, that is to say that one can listen to the same work over and over without becoming tired of it.

Quotations

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Synonyms

(in other words): that is, i.e.; see also Thesaurus:in other words

Hyponyms

(in other words): Namely, to wit

Translations

in other words — see that is

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