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How to Say "Good" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
"Good" in Chinese · say it like hao

The most natural way to say "Good" in Chinese is . Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

不错
used to express approval or that something is good
很好
used to emphasize that something is very good

When to use it

You can use '好' in everyday conversations to express that something is good. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations. It can also be used to respond positively to questions or statements.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
这道菜很好吃。This dish is very good.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse '好' with '好吧', which is more like saying 'okay' or 'alright'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What does '好' mean?

'好' means 'good' or 'well' in English.

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