❌ Don't Say
I'm cool with that
✅ Say This Instead
"That works for me"
Meaning
It means you agree with or find a suggestion acceptable.
اردو ترجمہ
یہ میرے لیے ٹھیک ہے
"That works for me"
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Expression Frequency
Common
Formality
Both
Authority Score
9/10
📖 Linguistic Context
A declarative clause where 'that' is a demonstrative pronoun, 'works' is the verb, and 'for me' is a prepositional phrase acting as the complement.
🔄 Synonyms & Alternatives
📰 Real-World Usage Examples
"The proposed timeline fits our schedule; that works for me."
📌 Business context
"If the lab session is moved to Thursday, that works for me."
📌 Academic context
"You can drop by after dinner; that works for me."
📌 Daily conversation
⚠️ When NOT to Use
Avoid it when a detailed explanation or firm decision is required, as the phrase is overly casual.
💡 Pro Tip
Use it when you want to quickly say a plan or suggestion is acceptable to you.
Daily Life Examples
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If you want to meet at 5 pm, that works for me.
اگر آپ پانچ بجے ملنا چاہتے ہیں تو یہ میرے لیے ٹھیک ہے۔ -
We can postpone the meeting to tomorrow; that works for me.
ہم ملاقات کل تک موخر کر سکتے ہیں؛ یہ میرے لیے ٹھیک ہے۔ -
Do you need me to bring the documents? That works for me.
کیا آپ چاہتے ہیں کہ میں دستاویزات لے کر آؤں؟ یہ میرے لیے ٹھیک ہے۔
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is it correct to say I'm cool with that?
It is understandable but informal; native speakers often prefer "That works for me".
When should I use That works for me?
Use it to accept a suggestion, schedule, or condition quickly.
What does That works for me mean?
It means you find the proposal acceptable or convenient.
Posted on August 11, 2026 · Practice English Daily · More Practice Sentences