What does that is mean?

Definition

Introduces the same thing said again in other, usually plainer, words.

Example sentences

• Cardiovascular risk, that is, a risk of heart problems.🔊

  Cardiovascular risk, that is, a risk of heart problems.

• According to the study, up to four cups a day are not associated with a higher cardiovascular risk, that is, they don't bring more risk to the heart. The magazine, on the other hand, recommends at most two, because of sleep and blood pressure.🔊

  According to the study, up to four cups a day are not associated with a higher cardiovascular risk, that is, they don't bring more risk to the heart. The magazine, on the other hand, recommends at most two, because of sleep and blood pressure.

that is in other languages

• In Portuguese
• In French
• In Japanese