linking phrase · neutral
That said
/ðæt seɪd/THAT SAID
used to introduce a comment that contrasts with or limits what has just been said
Examples
“Traffic is expensive in big cities. That said, public transport is improving.”
“The method is time-consuming. That said, it produces better results.”
“I love travelling. That said, I can't afford long trips now.”
Band 8 sentence
“The proposal has benefits for the economy. That said, its environmental costs cannot be ignored.”
Collocations
- That said, + clause
- Used mid-sentence or at clause start
Word family
Common mistakes
That said, I agree with you completely.→That said, I agree with you to some extent.
But that said, I don't like it.→That said, I don't like it.
Say it for a higher band
5But→6However→7+That said
Synonyms
However
Easily confused
However
“However, many students still prefer private tuition.”
Related words
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In Emphasis & conclusion
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