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UK//haʊz əˈbaʊt//US//haʊz əˈbaʊt//

Meaning of How's about

A casual way to suggest or propose something.

In simple words: What do you think about this?

How's about in a sentence

  • How's about we go for a hike this weekend?
  • How's about ordering pizza for dinner?
  • How's about a movie night at my place?
  • How's about you join us for the party?
  • How's about trying that new restaurant downtown?

How to use How's about

Used in casual conversations to propose or suggest an idea, often in friendly contexts. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Sounds like 'how's about a chat?' - imagine inviting a friend for a talk.

Related words

Collocations with How's about

  • how's about dinner
  • how's about a visit
  • how's about a break

Synonyms for How's about

Common mistakes with How's about

  • Used in formal situations where 'how about' would be appropriate.
  • Confused with other phrases like 'how about that'.
  • Adding unnecessary words like 'how's about that'.

Compare How's about with What about, Why not

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Frequently asked questions about How's about

What does How's about mean?

What do you think about this?

What is the definition of How's about?

A casual way to suggest or propose something.

How do you use How's about in a sentence?

How's about we go for a hike this weekend?

Can you give another example of How's about?

How's about ordering pizza for dinner?

What are synonyms for How's about?

Common alternatives include what about, how about, why not, let's consider.

What words go with How's about?

It commonly pairs with how's about dinner, how's about a visit, how's about a break.

What are common mistakes when using How's about?

Used in formal situations where 'how about' would be appropriate. Confused with other phrases like 'how about that'. Adding unnecessary words like 'how's about that'.

How do you pronounce How's about?

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

Is How's about formal or informal?

"How's about" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use How's about?

Used in casual conversations to propose or suggest an idea, often in friendly contexts. Avoid in formal settings.