sounds good

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/saʊndz ɡʊd/
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A friendly reply that accepts a suggestion or plan.
Practice using sounds good in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • "How about trying the new café?" "Sounds good to me."
  • "Let us leave at eight." "Sounds good. I will be ready."
  • "I will send you the details tonight." "Sounds good."
  • "We can meet after lunch." "Sounds good!"
  • "I can bring the tickets." "Sounds good. Thanks!"

Similar words

fine by me
okay
works for me

Meanings

Agreeing to a plan

conversation
informal
A short friendly reply showing that a suggestion or plan seems good to you.

Examples

  • "We can meet after lunch." "Sounds good!"
  • "I will send you the details tonight." "Sounds good."
  • "How about trying the new café?" "Sounds good to me."
  • "Let us leave at eight." "Sounds good. I will be ready."
  • "I can bring the tickets." "Sounds good. Thanks!"

Similar words

works for me
fine by me
okay

Etymology

Sounds describes the impression an idea gives when heard, and good says that the impression is positive.

FAQ

What does sounds good mean?

It says that a plan or suggestion seems good to you.

Can sounds good be a whole reply?

Yes. It often stands alone after someone suggests a plan.

Is sounds good formal?

It is natural in friendly everyday conversation.

Can sounds good show agreement?

Yes. It commonly accepts a proposed time, place or action.

Can someone say “sounds good to me”?

Yes. Adding “to me” makes the personal opinion explicit.

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