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How about you just said

🇬🇧 UK //haʊ əˈbaʊt jʊ dʒʌst səd// 🇺🇸 US //haʊ əˈbaʊt ju dʒʌst sɛd//

Meaning of How about you just said

A phrase used to prompt reflection on a recent statement.

In simple words: What do you think about what you just said?

How about you just said in a sentence

• How about you just said that it was a bad idea?
• I liked your suggestion, but how about you just said too many details?
• How about you just said you would help me later?
• How about you just said we need to wait and see?
• I'm curious, how about you just said the meeting was postponed?

How to use How about you just said

Used when you want to ask someone for their opinion about a recent statement they made. Generally informal, but can be used in neutral contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of it as a way to reflect on your own words; 'how' prompts thought on what was said.

Related words

Collocations with How about you just said

• how about
• you just said
• what you said

Synonyms for How about you just said

• What do you mean?
• Can you elaborate?
• What do you think?

Common mistakes with How about you just said

• Inserting 'that' after 'how about'
• Confusing with 'What about you just said?'
• Omitting 'you' and saying 'How about just said?'

Frequently asked questions about "How about you just said"

What does "How about you just said" mean?

What do you think about what you just said?

What is the definition of "How about you just said"?

A phrase used to prompt reflection on a recent statement.

How do you use "How about you just said" in a sentence?

How about you just said that it was a bad idea?

Can you give another example of "How about you just said"?

I liked your suggestion, but how about you just said too many details?

What are synonyms for "How about you just said"?

Common alternatives include What do you mean?, Can you elaborate?, What do you think?.

What words go with "How about you just said"?

It commonly pairs with how about, you just said, what you said.

What are common mistakes when using "How about you just said"?

Inserting 'that' after 'how about' Confusing with 'What about you just said?' Omitting 'you' and saying 'How about just said?'

How do you pronounce "How about you just said"?

US: //haʊ əˈbaʊt ju dʒʌst sɛd//, UK: //haʊ əˈbaʊt jʊ dʒʌst səd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "How about you just said"?

Used when you want to ask someone for their opinion about a recent statement they made. Generally informal, but can be used in neutral contexts.