that you order

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "that you order" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to something that someone has requested or purchased. Example: "Please confirm the details of the items that you order so we can process your request."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Science

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

26 human-written examples

"The Ministry of Culture expects that you order the immediate suspension of the production," he wrote.

The Guardian

You need to read the menu at least 10 times to make absolutely sure that you order the right thing.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

And let's say that you order a meal of Beluga caviar, white truffles, and gold shavings, washing it down with your favorite beverage, Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1982.

The New Yorker

Between 5 and 6 30 p.m. the price you pay for your meal in pounds is the time that you order.

The New York Times - Travel

So the idea is that you order a drink at a standardised price and you are given crisps or other bite-sized food.

The Guardian

You're supposed to send a photo of a quarter next to your ear so that you order exactly the right size.

The New York Times - Tech

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

33 human-written examples

The fact that you ordered a medical examination and now you have a report, that's your problem.

The New York Times

She writes: Well, I do hope you mean that you ordered an actual cooked turkey, legs and all, and not a Boar's Head deli breast.

The New York Times

In this case, the physical tickets are simply proof that you ordered seats for what turned out to be a chimera.

The New York Times - Magazine

So, if x was the waiter's information state before being informed that you ordered the soda, y would have included the information that you ordered the espresso, as each option was as good as the other until the waiter was informed otherwise.

SEP

Matt: So you were an early adopter with the MacBook Pro, I remember you telling me that you ordered it as soon as it came out.

TechCrunch

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "that you order", ensure the context clearly indicates the subject and action. For instance, "Confirm the items that you order" is clearer than "Confirm that you order."

Common error

Avoid omitting the article "the" or "a" when it's necessary for clarity. For example, instead of saying "Confirm that you order item", say "Confirm that you order the item" or "Confirm that you order an item", depending on the context.

Linguistic Context

"That you order" acts as a relative clause, modifying a noun or noun phrase. This construction connects additional information or specifications to the item being ordered. Ludwig AI confirms the phrase is grammatically correct and usable in written English.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Wiki

24%

Science

18%

Less common in

Formal & Business

6%

Reference

6%

Encyclopedias

6%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "that you order" functions as a relative clause to provide additional details about an item being requested or purchased. Ludwig AI confirms that the phrase is grammatically sound and widely applicable. While versatile, it is most frequently found in news, how-to guides, and scientific contexts. For clarity, ensure the subject and action are explicitly defined and avoid omitting essential articles. Alternatives such as "what you order" or "the items you order" can offer slight variations in emphasis.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

what you order

Focuses on the specific item or items being ordered.

the things you order

Emphasizes the items purchased or requested.

items you order

Specifically refers to the products or goods being ordered.

products you order

Highlights the specific items being requested, often in a commercial context.

what you are ordering

Shifts the focus to the ongoing action of ordering.

things that you are ordering

Emphasizes multiple items in the process of being ordered.

goods that you order

Refers to merchandise or items being obtained.

the item that you order

Focuses on one specific item being requested or purchased.

what you've ordered

Implies that the ordering process is already completed.

items which you order

A more formal and slightly less common variation of "items you order".

FAQs

How can I use "that you order" in a sentence?

You can use "that you order" to connect a description or specification to an item being requested. For example, "Please verify the size that you order" or "The system confirms the details that you order".

What is a good alternative to "that you order"?

Depending on the context, suitable alternatives could be "what you order", "the items you order", or "the products you purchase". For example, "Please check "what you order"" serves a similar function.

Is it more formal to say "that you order" or "which you order"?

While both are grammatically correct, "that you order" is generally more common and less formal than "which you order". In most contexts, they are interchangeable without significantly altering the meaning.

How does the meaning change if I use "what you order" instead of "that you order"?

Using "what you order" focuses more on the item itself, while "that you order" can be used to specify a particular attribute or detail of the order. For instance, "Confirm "what you order"" emphasizes the items, whereas "Confirm the quantity that you order" specifies a detail about the order.