❌ Don't Say
That's a good idea
✅ Say This Instead
"Sounds like a plan"
Meaning
It expresses enthusiastic agreement with a suggested plan.
اردو ترجمہ
یہ تو منصوبے جیسا لگ رہا ہے
"Sounds like a plan"
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Expression Frequency
Common
Formality
Both
Authority Score
8/10
📖 Linguistic Context
An idiomatic sentence fragment that functions as an interjection to confirm agreement with a preceding suggestion.
🔄 Synonyms & Alternatives
📰 Real-World Usage Examples
"After reviewing the timeline, we can proceed with the new strategy-sounds like a plan."
📌 Business context
"If we schedule the seminar for next Thursday, sounds like a plan."
📌 Academic context
"You want to grab coffee after work? Sounds like a plan!"
📌 Daily conversation
⚠️ When NOT to Use
Avoid it in formal agreements that require written confirmation or legal wording.
💡 Pro Tip
Use it right after someone proposes an idea to show you agree and are ready to proceed.
Daily Life Examples
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Your proposal looks solid-sounds like a plan!
آپ کی تجویز مضبوط لگتی ہے-یہ تو منصوبے جیسا لگ رہا ہے! -
If we meet tomorrow at 10, sounds like a plan.
اگر ہم کل صبح 10 بجے ملیں تو یہ تو منصوبے جیسا ہے۔ -
Let's start the project next week; sounds like a plan.
چلیں اگلے ہفتے پروجیکٹ شروع کرتے ہیں؛ یہ تو منصوبے جیسا لگ رہا ہے۔
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is it correct to say That's a good idea?
It's understandable but can sound vague; native speakers often prefer a more enthusiastic response.
When should I use Sounds like a plan?
Use it to show agreement and readiness after someone suggests a plan.
What does Sounds like a plan mean?
It means you think the suggestion is good and you are willing to go ahead with it.
Posted on June 19, 2026 · Practice English Daily · More Practice Sentences