Meaning
A strong statement expressing amazement or admiration at something extraordinary.
Primary Function
Praising / conveying awe
Communicative Purpose
To signal that what is being described is beyond ordinary belief or impressively impressive.
Pattern
That's incredible!
Core Structure
That's incredible!
Função primária
Praising / conveying awe
Propósito comunicativo
To signal that what is being described is beyond ordinary belief or impressively impressive.
Situações de gatilho
Witnessing spectacular performances, witnessing rare natural phenomena, hearing about remarkable achievements.
Contextos
Casual conversation, everyday interactions, professional settings where praise is appropriate (e.g., work reviews).
Padrão
That's incredible!
Estrutura central
That's incredible!
Slots de substituição
incredible → amazing, unbelievable, fantastic; other adjectives that convey astonishment.
Colocados típicos
- 'How did you do that?' after the statement
- often followed by questions seeking explanation or admiration.
Substituições comuns
- Amazing
- Unreal
- Mind‑boggling.
Erros comuns
Using it for ordinary events makes the utterance sound hyperbolic and may be perceived as insincere.
Similar / contraste
Wow, That's mind‑blowing, I'm impressed – all express awe but differ in nuance of magnitude.
Interferências
"Incredible" literally means "unbelievable," so learners from languages where ‘incredible’ connotes something false must avoid literal misinterpretation; context usually clarifies its positive meaning.
Família do chunk
- Amazement: That's unbelievable
- I'm blown away
- No kidding
Nuance
Carries high energy and positivity; signals genuine admiration rather than mild surprise.
Efeito pragmático
Makes the listener feel acknowledged for their achievement or experience, reinforcing social rapport.
Dica de memória
incredible awe
Nota
This fixed expression is ideal for conveying strong admiration in informal and formal settings, ensuring the listener feels recognized and appreciated, enhancing social bonds. Avoid using it for mundane occurrences to maintain its impact.
Upgrade path
That's great → That's amazing → That's incredible → That's out of this world
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