Spanish phrase
¿Qué tal si ~?
Meaning
What if ___?
When to use it
Suggests a tentative option. It offers a polite, low-pressure suggestion to solve a problem, often used among friends or colleagues.
Example dialogue
No encuentro mis llaves.
I can't find my keys.
¿Qué tal si buscas en la cocina?
What if you look in the kitchen?