It is + adjective + that…
Comment on a whole situation with "It is + adjective + that…" — "It is true that exercise helps," "It is a pity that the show sold out." The "it" stands in for the that-clause that follows.
Read the sentences below, then practice the whole lesson with audio.
- 1It is unbelievable that such a big mistake happened during the meeting
- 2It is true that regular exercise is good for our health
- 3It is clear that the climate is changing faster than before
- 4It is essential that we double-check the report before we send it
- 5It is obvious that he didn’t prepare enough for the meeting
- 6It is sad that the festival was canceled because of the heavy rain
- 7It is surprising that I met my old friend in such a small café
- 8It is likely that there will be heavy traffic during rush hour
- 9It is strange that I can’t find my keys anywhere at home
- 10It is a pity that the concert tickets sold out so quickly
- 11It is a miracle that no one was injured in the accident
- 12It is a mystery that the important file disappeared from my desk
- 13It is a blessing that we have friends and family who support us
- 14It is important that we save energy at home
- 15It is a pity that he can’t join us for dinner tonight
FAQ
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- What level is this lesson?
- This lesson is graded B1 on the CEFR scale and has 15 sentences. Dictation Trainer lessons currently run from A1 to B2, with more lessons on the way.