❌ Don't Say
I don't think that's a good idea
✅ Say This Instead
"I'm not sold on that"
Meaning
It means you are not convinced or enthusiastic about something.
اردو ترجمہ
میں اس پر قائل نہیں ہوں
"I'm not sold on that"
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Expression Frequency
Common
Formality
Both
Authority Score
8/10
📖 Linguistic Context
A complete declarative clause: subject (I) + contracted verb (am not) + adjective phrase (sold on that). It functions as a stand‑alone sentence or can be embedded after a comma.
🔄 Synonyms & Alternatives
📰 Real-World Usage Examples
"The client proposal looks promising, but I'm not sold on that pricing model."
📌 Business context
"The hypothesis seems logical, yet I'm not sold on that methodology."
📌 Academic context
"You want to go hiking this weekend? I'm not sold on that, it's supposed to rain."
📌 Daily conversation
⚠️ When NOT to Use
Avoid using it in very formal presentations where a more diplomatic phrase is expected.
💡 Pro Tip
Use it when you want to politely express doubt without sounding overly critical.
Daily Life Examples
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I know you want to invest, but I'm not sold on that.
مجھے پتہ ہے آپ سرمایہ کاری کرنا چاہتے ہیں، لیکن میں اس پر قائل نہیں ہوں۔ -
The marketing plan looks risky; I'm not sold on that.
مارکیٹنگ پلان خطرناک لگتا ہے؛ میں اس پر قائل نہیں ہوں۔ -
You suggest switching teams? I'm not sold on that right now.
آپ ٹیم تبدیل کرنے کا کہہ رہے ہیں؟ ابھی میں اس پر قائل نہیں ہوں۔
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is it correct to say I don't think that's a good idea?
It's correct but sounds less natural; the idiom "I'm not sold on that" is preferred.
When should I use I'm not sold on that?
Use it when you want to express polite skepticism about a suggestion or plan.
What does I'm not sold on that mean?
It means you are not convinced or enthusiastic about something.
Posted on August 12, 2026 · Practice English Daily · More Practice Sentences