Does it sound fine? vs Is it fine?

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They are interchangeable and can be used to ask for feedback on something. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the specific context.

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Does it sound fine?

This phrase is correct and commonly used to ask for feedback on how something sounds.

This phrase is used to inquire about the quality of the sound or the overall impression of something based on how it sounds. It is a casual way to ask for feedback.

Examples:

I made some changes to the presentation. Does it sound fine to you?
I adjusted the volume on the TV. Does it sound fine now?

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Funny how you can say something in your head and it SOUNDS fine...
It sounds like paisley. It sounds fine.
All right, well... 12 points down doesn't exactly sound fine.
The objective of 75% employment sounds fine, but Europe does not need any more poor workers.
That doesn't sound fine to me.
Now, that doesn't sound fine to me.
I don't know, it sounds fine.
It sounds fine but how do you define a measure that is essential to make the single market work?
How does it sound? I thought you were some kind of big shot that destroyed people in a blink of an eye.
Why does it sound like you're under fire?
Does it sound like any patients you've seen around here?
Simon, why does it sound like that?
Does it sound like diana's voice?
Why does it sound like you're saying goodbye to me?
Why does it sound as if you like it?
Does it sound like something that she would say?
Does it sound weird talking about ratios?
Does it think that it would be appropriate to produce a report showing how often infringements relating to the transport of animals are punished in Member States by a fine?
What does it sound like when all the pieces fit?
Does it sound like me to say I want it moved to the governor's mansion?

Alternatives:

Does it sound okay?
Does it sound good?
Does it sound right?

Is it fine?

This phrase is correct and commonly used to ask for feedback on the overall quality or acceptability of something.

This phrase is used to inquire about whether something is satisfactory, acceptable, or okay. It is a general way to ask for feedback on the overall state of something.

Examples:

I rearranged the furniture. Is it fine like this?
I changed the meeting time. Is it fine with you?

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Alternatives:

Is it okay?
Is it good?
Is it acceptable?

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Does it sound fine? vs Is it fine?