General
sound
What does sound mean?
A standalone reply meaning 'no problem' or 'cheers'.
"'I'll pay you back Friday.' 'Sound.'"
Origin
From 'sound' meaning solid or reliable (as in 'sound as a pound'), narrowed into Scouse, northern English and Irish usage to describe good people and to mean 'fine'. Strongly tied to Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'sound' mean in slang?
It means good, reliable, or okay. Calling someone sound means they're a decent, trustworthy person.
What does 'sound' mean as a reply?
It's like saying 'no worries' or 'fine by me' — a quick way to agree to something.
Is 'sound' Scouse?
It's strongly associated with Liverpool but used across northern England and Ireland too.
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