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UK//haʊ əˈbaʊt ðɪs//US//haʊ əˈbaʊt ðɪs//

Meaning of How about this

A phrase used to propose an idea or offer something for consideration.

In simple words: A way to suggest or propose something.

How about this in a sentence

  • How about this restaurant for dinner?
  • How about this plan to go hiking this weekend?
  • I'm thinking: how about this movie for a family night?
  • How about this idea for the project?
  • How about this alternative route to avoid traffic?

How to use How about this

Commonly used to suggest ideas or options. More casual; not typically used in very formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'how about' as opening up a box of ideas.

Related words

Collocations with How about this

  • how about this idea
  • how about this alternative
  • how about this option

Synonyms for How about this

Common mistakes with How about this

  • Used inappropriately in very formal contexts.
  • Confused with suggestions that require strong persuasion.
  • Omitting the context may lead to confusion about the suggestion.

Compare How about this with What about, Why not

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Frequently asked questions about How about this

What does How about this mean?

A way to suggest or propose something.

What is the definition of How about this?

A phrase used to propose an idea or offer something for consideration.

How do you use How about this in a sentence?

How about this restaurant for dinner?

Can you give another example of How about this?

How about this plan to go hiking this weekend?

What are synonyms for How about this?

Common alternatives include What about, How's this, Would you consider, How's that, Why not.

What words go with How about this?

It commonly pairs with how about this idea, how about this alternative, how about this option.

What are common mistakes when using How about this?

Used inappropriately in very formal contexts. Confused with suggestions that require strong persuasion. Omitting the context may lead to confusion about the suggestion.

How do you pronounce How about this?

US: //haʊ əˈbaʊt ðɪs//, UK: //haʊ əˈbaʊt ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use How about this?

Commonly used to suggest ideas or options. More casual; not typically used in very formal situations.