This phrase asks "How about...?" or "Why don't you...?" You use it to suggest something to someone. It can sound like advice, but sometimes it might seem a bit direct.
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This phrase asks "How about...?" or "Why don't you...?" You use it to suggest something to someone. It can sound like advice, but sometimes it might seem a bit direct.
もう遅いから、今日は外で食べたらどう？
It's getting late, so how about eating out today?
そんなに文句ばかり言っていないで、自分でやってみたらどう？
Instead of just complaining all the time, why don't you try doing it yourself?
この問題が分からないなら、先生に質問したらどう？
If you don't understand this problem, why don't you ask the teacher?
彼に相談したらどうかって、ずっと思ってたんだ。
I've been thinking for a while that maybe you should consult him.
次の休み、どこか暖かいところへ旅行に行ったらどう？
For the next holiday, how about going on a trip somewhere warm?
This phrase is like a gentle push. It suggests something. But sometimes, it can sound a bit strong. It might feel like someone is telling you what to do. Or even that they are a little annoyed. It depends on how it is said.
This is a casual way to suggest something. The polite form is "~tara dou desu ka". But that can sound like you are telling someone what to do. For a softer suggestion, use "~nai?". For example, "Eiga o mi ni ikanai?" means "Wanna go see a movie?". "~mashou ka" is a polite offer. It often means you will join in too.
Don't use this when you talk to your boss. It is not polite. You use this to give advice to someone. It is not for asking someone to do something with you.
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