How to Pronounce "how about that"
expression
ˈhaʊ/ /əˈbaʊt/ /ˈðæt/, /ðət
HOW uh-BOWT THAT (or THAT)
hˈaʊ/ /ɐbˈaʊt/ /ðˈæt
HOW uh-BOWT THAT
Definition
An informal way to express surprise, admiration, or interest at something unexpected or impressive. It can also be used to ask for someone's opinion about a suggestion or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaʊ/ /əˈbaʊt/ /ˈðæt/, /ðət
British English
hˈaʊ/ /ɐbˈaʊt/ /ðˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOW uh-BOWT THAT (or THAT)
UK
HOW uh-BOWT THAT
Listen in Context
How about that! She finished the project in one day.
We're going bowling after work. How about that?
She won the prize again. How about that!
Did you see his painting? How about that for talent!