From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishhow about ... ?how about ... ?a) SUGGESTused to make a suggestion about what to do SYN what about No, I’m busy on Monday. How about Tuesday at seven?how about doing sth? How about putting the sofa closer to the window? How about we have that game when we get back? How about if we tell the police where Newley is hiding?how’s about ... ? American English How’s about going to the beach this afternoon? b) AND/ALSOused to ask about another person or thing ‘Mary and Ken are still away.’ ‘And how about Billy?’ I need a long cold drink. How about you? → how
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how about ... ?• How about if I read you and Mia a story?• How about some iced tea? 