“Down to a T” is the correct expression in English. “To a T” means something is exactly right.
The expression is common in English when someone is amazed that something is so exact.
Oh wow, you got the design down to a T. The dress looks exactly like the one I used to have.
“Down to a T” is a set expression, you need to use “a” and a capital “T”.
“Down to a T” is usually used when there is some sort of measurement.
He is a great carpenter, His measurements are always to a T.
(Down) To a T
The word “Down” is optional in the expression and usually adds more emphasis and amazement.
Down to the T, Down to a Tee
“Down to the T” and “Down to a Tee” are common misspellings of the correct form “Down to a T”
What does follow to the T mean?
“Follow to the T” means to follow something exactly.
Conor is the main writer here at One Minute English and was an English teacher for 10 years. He is interested in helping people with their English skills and learning about using A.I tools at work.
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