Cool MateMeaning of What about __
A phrase used to propose a suggestion or opinion.
In simple words: A phrase used to ask for opinions or suggestions.
What about __ in a sentence
- What about going to the beach this weekend?
- What about your plans for the summer holidays?
- What about eating out tonight instead of cooking?
- What about discussing this issue at the next meeting?
- What about the new project proposals?
How to use What about __
Used in conversation to introduce an idea or suggestion, often when seeking input. Suitable for most informal and semi-formal situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone question
Memory hint
Think of 'what' and 'about' as partners asking for ideas.
Related words
Collocations with What about __
- What about dinner?
- What about the weather?
- What about your appointment?
- What about the plan?
- What about his suggestions?
Synonyms for What about __
- How about
- What do you think about
- What if
- Have you considered
- What are your thoughts on
Common mistakes with What about __
- Overusing it in formal contexts where a direct question is more appropriate.
- Using it without appropriate context, making the sentence unclear.
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What about __ in other languages
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Frequently asked questions about What about __
What does What about __ mean?
A phrase used to ask for opinions or suggestions.
What is the definition of What about __?
A phrase used to propose a suggestion or opinion.
How do you use What about __ in a sentence?
What about going to the beach this weekend?
Can you give another example of What about __?
What about your plans for the summer holidays?
What are synonyms for What about __?
Common alternatives include How about, What do you think about, What if, Have you considered, What are your thoughts on.
What words go with What about __?
It commonly pairs with What about dinner?, What about the weather?, What about your appointment?, What about the plan?, What about his suggestions?.
What are common mistakes when using What about __?
Overusing it in formal contexts where a direct question is more appropriate. Using it without appropriate context, making the sentence unclear.
How do you pronounce What about __?
US: //wɑt əˈbaʊt//, UK: //wɒt əˈbaʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use What about __?
Used in conversation to introduce an idea or suggestion, often when seeking input. Suitable for most informal and semi-formal situations.