How’s that?

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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?
Visual representation of "how’s that?" - Used to ask someone if they agree with a suggestion or agree an action is satisfactory

Often appears as...

  • how's that sound?
  • how's that look?

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Suggestion Agreement

Used to seek approval of a suggestion and imply that you're open to other ideas.

Illustration for Suggestion Agreement
We could go to the beach on Saturday, how's that?
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Action Confirmation

Implies that the action is up for discussion and not finalized.

Illustration for Action Confirmation
I'll handle the decorations, how's that?
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Solution Offering

Proposes a solution to a problem, expecting feedback or agreement.

Illustration for Solution Offering
If you're cold, I can lend you a jacket, how's that?
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