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For that matter Meaning in English

expression

ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈðæt/, /ðət/ /ˈmætɝ
FER-THAT-MA-ter
fˈɔː/ /ðˈæt/ /mˈætɐ
faw-THAT-MA-tuh

释义

Used to add extra information, showing that what you say about one thing is also true for another similar thing.

用法与细微差别

Common in conversational and written English for emphasizing inclusion of similar things. Usually comes at the end of a sentence. Similar to 'also' but more emphatic or inclusive. Often used for clarifying or correcting.

例句

He doesn't like apples, or oranges for that matter.

basic

I can't swim, and I can't ride a bike for that matter.

basic

She didn't call me, or anyone else for that matter.

basic

I don't have time to cook tonight—or to clean, for that matter.

natural

Tom's never been to Paris—or Europe, for that matter.

natural

We don't have tea—or coffee, for that matter.

natural