How about…?
interjection
Used to suggest or propose something.
How about going to the movies tonight?

Often appears as...
- how about we...
- how about a...
interjection
Used to offer something.
You seem thirsty, how about a glass of water?

Often appears as...
- how about a...
- how about some...
interjection
Used to change the subject or topic of conversation.
This topic is getting boring, how about talking about our holiday plans?

Often appears as...
- how about talking...
- how about discussing...
interjection
Used to suggest or propose something.
How about going to the movies tonight?

Often appears as...
- how about we...
- how about a...
interjection
Used to offer something.
You seem thirsty, how about a glass of water?

Often appears as...
- how about a...
- how about some...
interjection
Used to change the subject or topic of conversation.
This topic is getting boring, how about talking about our holiday plans?

Often appears as...
- how about talking...
- how about discussing...
Definition 1 of 3

Suggesting Options
Used when presenting alternative ideas or activities in a casual manner.

I'm not hungry for pizza, how about sushi instead?
Invitational Tone
Conveys a friendly invitation to join an activity or event.

How about we catch up over coffee this weekend?
Decision Making
Helps in collaborative decision making by allowing for everyone's input.

We need to pick a meeting time, how about 3 PM?
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