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"I think that..." When do you take a breath, before or after "that"?
I'm studying English.
"I think that it's going to rain tomorrow." or what ever.
I've been wondering which is the better way to read it.
[I think] [that it's going to rain tomorrow.]
[I think that] [it's going to rain tomorrow.]
How do native speakers read this sentence? Thank you in advance.
2 Answers
- ?Lv 711 months ago
It depends on the person's speaking style. There's no need to pause, but, if you prefer pausing, that's okay, too, as long as it's not excessively long.
- Karen LLv 711 months ago
It doesn't matter. Either one is fine. Most people can and do say that sentence without needing to take a breath while saying it. Pausing before or after 'that' suggests you aren't sure what you think, or aren't sure whether it will rain tomorrow or not.
