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if that makes sense vs if that make sense

The correct phrase to use here is 'if that makes sense.' The verb 'makes' agrees with the singular subject 'that.' The phrase is a common expression used to check if something's clear or understandable.
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if that makes sense

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to check if something is clear or understandable. It is often used in conversations to ensure that the listener is following the speaker's explanation.

Examples:

  • I've tried to explain the process, but let me know if that makes sense.
  • If that makes sense, we can move on to the next topic.
  • I've outlined the plan for the project. Let me know if that makes sense to you.
  • She described the new software features. Let me know if that makes sense to you.
  • If that makes sense, we can proceed with the implementation.
  • Dec 18, 2021 ... Why is this phrase so common nowadays? 'I liked that movie for the characters more than the story, if that makes sense?'.
  • Dec 7, 2019 ... Does ending a sentence with "if that makes sense" when you try to explain something, does it make it more likely for the person to agree/ ...
  • Jan 17, 2020 ... A Workflow Mapping Workflow (If that makes sense). My idea is a workflow that maps out all of my current workflows so that I have visibility of ...
  • Apr 30, 2023 ... In such circumstances saying 'if that makes sense' is reasonable. If someone says this habitually, it suggests a deep-seated insecurity. For ...
  • Listen to If That Makes Sense on Spotify · EP · Matilda Mann · 2020 · 5 songs.
  • “If That Makes Sense” is a podcast with a group of young adults talking about some of the questions and challenges their generation faces as followers of Jesus.
  • Nov 7, 2020 ... ... if that makes sense?". Or: "I like to cook our meals in the slow cooker, if that makes sense?". What is this all about? Do people suddenly ...
  • Sep 20, 2021 ... The phrases “I feel like” and “if that makes sense” are called hedges (also known as discourse markers, and sometimes labeled “filler words”).
  • Oct 8, 2017 ... ... if that makes sense at the end. Ex. I really enjoyed the song for its lyrics, if that makes sense. |(Directions) To get to my house, you go ...

if that make sense

This phrase is incorrect. The verb 'make' does not agree with the singular subject 'that.'

  • Dec 7, 2019 ... ... if that make sense, cause I want to make sure that I'm explaining correctly cause I have a hard time explaining things and even giving ...
  • Sep 23, 2024 ... If that make sense. Can you guys give me your best recommendations for suspense thriller which is sad perhaps a sad ending. (and don't tell ...
  • Nov 23, 2018 ... ... if that make sense, cause I want to make sure that I'm explaining correctly cause I have a hard time explaining things and even giving ...
  • Oct 8, 2017 ... Definition of If that make sense when you say something but you aren't sure if you explained it well and the other person understood it.
  • Jun 20, 2024 ... Why does Springtrap have this veiny-like texture? (If that make sense). Because I want to make the same texture in real life with my Springtrap ...
  • Mar 22, 2024 ... ... if that make sense? Example: Deal Created 2/1/2024. Meeting 1 Scheduled for 2/15/2024 (Does not Occur, Client Cancels). Workflow Logic: Deal ...
  • Sep 23, 2022 ... So you have to click another tab then click back, if that make sense. So for example, a tab called world. That opens say a world map, if you ...
  • Jul 25, 2022 ... More like this, what i was saying an Arc…if that make sense… I need to make my own SVG file, i am just making a k, and i only need one path ...
  • Nov 8, 2021 ... Trying to enhance or simulate some floor thumps and heaving popping sounds(like a kurplunk if that make sense). Have nuisance neighbors ...
  • Nov 1, 2023 ... ... if that make sense, if not see the pics attached for reference. Now after this update which I think is the problem, when I click on the wall ...

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