Cool MateMeaning of Sounds about right
An informal way to agree or indicate that something seems correct.
In simple words: This seems correct or true.
Sounds about right in a sentence
- When he explained his plan, I thought it really *sounds about right*.
- She described the situation and it just *sounds about right* to me.
- After hearing your reasons, it *sounds about right* that we should go ahead.
- His explanation *sounds about right*, given the evidence we have.
- If you think that timeline *sounds about right*, we will proceed.
How to use Sounds about right
Used in casual conversations to agree with someone's statement; avoid in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone expression
Memory hint
Imagine someone checking a recipe and nodding, saying it 'sounds about right'.
Related words
Collocations with Sounds about right
- sounds about right
- it sounds about right
- that sounds about right
Synonyms for Sounds about right
Common mistakes with Sounds about right
- Using it in a formal presentation.
- Confusing it with 'sounds right about' (incorrect order).
Compare Sounds about right with That makes sense, Exactly, Correct, True
Sounds about right appears in
Sounds about right in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يبدو منطقياً
هذا يبدو صحيحًا أو حقيقيًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঠিকই মনে হচ্ছে
এটা ঠিক বা সত্যি বলে মনে হচ্ছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Klingt plausibel
Das scheint richtig oder wahr zu sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Tiene sentido
Esto parece correcto o verdadero.
- Persianفارسی
به نظر درست میاد
این درست یا واقعی به نظر میرسد.
- FrenchFrançais
Ça semble correct
Ça semble correct ou vrai.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लगभग सही लगता है
यह सही या सच लगता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Sembra giusto
Questo sembra corretto o vero.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Parece fazer sentido
Isso parece correto ou verdadeiro.
- RussianРусский
Похоже на правду
Это кажется правильным или правдой.
- Urduاردو
ٹھیک لگ رہا ہے
یہ درست یا سچ لگتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
听起来差不多
这似乎是正确的或真实的。
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Frequently asked questions about Sounds about right
What does Sounds about right mean?
This seems correct or true.
What is the definition of Sounds about right?
An informal way to agree or indicate that something seems correct.
How do you use Sounds about right in a sentence?
When he explained his plan, I thought it really *sounds about right*.
Can you give another example of Sounds about right?
She described the situation and it just *sounds about right* to me.
What are synonyms for Sounds about right?
Common alternatives include that makes sense, I agree, exactly, correct, true.
What words go with Sounds about right?
It commonly pairs with sounds about right, it sounds about right, that sounds about right.
What are common mistakes when using Sounds about right?
Using it in a formal presentation. Confusing it with 'sounds right about' (incorrect order).
How do you pronounce Sounds about right?
US: //saʊndz əˈbaʊt raɪt//, UK: //saʊndz əˈbaʊt raɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Sounds about right formal or informal?
"Sounds about right" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Sounds about right?
Used in casual conversations to agree with someone's statement; avoid in formal writing.