English Dictionary

that's the thing

phrase

(idiomatic, colloquial) Used to introduce the main point or issue, especially as a refutation or negation to a statement made by another speaker.

That's the thing, I've always wanted to travel the world.

意味（1）

(idiomatic, colloquial) Used to introduce the main point or issue, especially as a refutation or negation to a statement made by another speaker.

But that's the thing, see? Like you said, you can't just go spending your money like that.