gei2 hou2幾好几好
Jyutpinggei2 hou2
Yalegéi hóu
Definition
Quite good; not bad, without any major flaws.
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How it's used
Using 幾好 often implies a sense of moderate satisfaction without being overly enthusiastic. It functions as a safe, polite way to express approval when something meets expectations but does not necessarily exceed them. It is frequently used in casual feedback to avoid sounding overly critical or excessively effusive.
Examples
The food at this restaurant is quite good.
Do you think this movie is pretty good?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake 幾好 for meaning excellent or perfect, but it actually suggests a middle ground. If you want to express that something is truly great or amazing, use 好正 or 好好 instead.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
