Was it you? vs Was that you?

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Was it you?' is more commonly used when asking about a specific action or event, while 'Was that you?' is used when referring to a specific thing or object. The choice between the two depends on what the speaker is referring to.

Last updated: April 10, 2024 • 188 views

Was it you?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when asking about a specific action or event.

This phrase is used to ask someone if they were the one who did something or were involved in a particular situation.

Examples:

Was it you who called me last night?
Was it you who ate the last piece of cake?
Was it you who left the door open?

Alternatives:

Was that you?
Was that your doing?
Was that your idea?
Was that your plan?
Was that your intention?

Was that you?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific thing or object.

This phrase is used to ask someone if a particular thing or object belonged to them or was associated with them.

Examples:

Was that you who called me last night?
Was that you who ate the last piece of cake?
Was that you who left the door open?

Alternatives:

Was it you?
Was that your doing?
Was that your idea?
Was that your plan?
Was that your intention?

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