🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "Good job" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
干得好
"Good job" in Chinese · say it like gan de hao

The most natural way to say "Good job" in Chinese is 干得好. 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

做得不错
a more casual way to say it
很好
a simple and direct compliment

When to use it

You can use this phrase to encourage someone after they complete a task well. It is suitable in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you want to acknowledge someone's effort positively.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
你今天的表现真是干得好。Your performance today was really good.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with '做得好', which is less common.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 干得好, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Chinese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is appropriate for both formal and informal situations.

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