How’s that?
interjection
Used to ask someone if they agree with a suggestion or agree an action is satisfactory.
I'll make us some tea, how's that?
Often appears as...
- how's that sound?
- how's that look?
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Used to express surprise or request clarification.
You are moving to another city? How's that?
Often appears as...
- how's that possible?
- how's that again?
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Used in sports like cricket to appeal for an out.
The bowler appealed to the umpire, shouting 'how’s that?' hoping the batsman was out.
interjection
Used to ask someone if they agree with a suggestion or agree an action is satisfactory.
I'll make us some tea, how's that?
Often appears as...
- how's that sound?
- how's that look?
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Used to express surprise or request clarification.
You are moving to another city? How's that?
Often appears as...
- how's that possible?
- how's that again?
Usage tips
Colloquial
interjection
Used in sports like cricket to appeal for an out.
The bowler appealed to the umpire, shouting 'how’s that?' hoping the batsman was out.
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Suggestion Agreement
Used to seek approval of a suggestion and imply that you're open to other ideas.
We could go to the beach on Saturday, how's that?
Pro Tip 2/3Action Confirmation
Implies that the action is up for discussion and not finalized.
I'll handle the decorations, how's that?
Pro Tip 3/3Solution Offering
Proposes a solution to a problem, expecting feedback or agreement.
If you're cold, I can lend you a jacket, how's that?
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