that way

adverb
UK: /ˌðæt ˈweɪ/
US: /ˌðæt ˈweɪ/

  1. In that manner or direction; like that.

    1. I don't like it that way, it's not right. [ ] [ ]
    2. If you hold the tool that way, you'll get a better grip and more leverage. [ ] [ ]

  2. To that extent or degree.

    1. I didn't know he felt that way about her. [ ] [ ]
    2. She was very tired, but not that way that she couldn't finish the race. [ ] [ ]

  3. In the direction indicated or understood.

    1. Go that way, it's a shortcut to the shop. [ ] [ ]
    2. The nearest station is that way, but it's quite a long walk so take the bus. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

like that thus
that way noun

  1. A particular approach, method, or style.

    1. That way is easier for me. [ ] [ ]
    2. I don't like that way of doing things, it's inefficient and time-consuming. [ ] [ ]
that way adjective

  1. Having a romantic or sexual interest (often implying homosexuality).

    1. Is he that way? I don't know. [ ] [ ]
    2. It doesn't matter if he is that way, his talent should be celebrated regardless of his preference. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "that way" in English means: In that manner or direction; like that., To that extent or degree., In the direction indicated or understood..

The phonetic transcription of "that way" is /ˌðæt ˈweɪ/ in British English and /ˌðæt ˈweɪ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "that way": like that, thus.

Example usage of "that way": "I don't like it that way, it's not right. ". More examples on the page.