in a good mood

IPA/ɪn ɐ ɡˈʊd mˈuːd/
IPA/ɪn ɐ ɡˈʊd mˈuːd/

in a good mood — idiom

1. a temporary state of feeling cheerful and content, when small problems do not bo

1.慣用語B1
釋義

a temporary state of feeling cheerful and content, when small problems do not bother you and you are pleasant to be around

例句

Devika was in a good mood after the rain stopped and took everyone out for ice cream.

be + in a good mood after [event]

Quan arrived at the party in a good mood and made everyone laugh with his funny stories.

同義詞
  • happy

    more general; can describe a lasting state, not just a temporary one

  • cheerful

    suggests smiling and outward energy that others can see

  • in high spirits

    implies more excitement and energy than 'in a good mood'

  • upbeat

    informal and modern; often used about attitudes or outlooks

反義詞
  • in a bad mood

    the direct opposite — feeling irritable or cross

  • grumpy

    informal; suggests being easily annoyed over small things

文法句型

be + in a good mood

be + in a good mood + after/because [reason]

用法筆記

Describes a temporary feeling, not a permanent character trait. Used most often with the verb 'be' or linking verbs like 'seem', 'appear', and 'look'.

常見錯誤

❌She is in good mood today.
✅She is in a good mood today.
💡The article 'a' is required before 'good mood'.
❌He has a good mood this morning.
✅He is in a good mood this morning.
💡The phrase uses 'be in a good mood,' not 'have a good mood.'