good
good — 名詞
1. Items that people buy, sell, or keep as their personal property.
商品；貨物
可買賣或擁有的物品
Items that people buy, sell, or keep as their personal property.
The shop received a large delivery of kitchen goods early this morning.
那家商店今天早上收到了一大批廚房用品。
collocation: leather/kitchen/household goods
Alessia packed her household goods into cardboard boxes before moving house.
Alessia 把她的家居用品裝進紙箱，準備搬家。
All electronic goods in this store come with a two-year warranty.
這家店的所有電子產品都有兩年保固。
Customs officers stopped the van to check whether the goods had been stolen.
海關人員攔下那輛貨車，檢查貨物是否被盜。
- merchandise
more formal; used in retail and business contexts
- products
focuses on items that have been manufactured
- wares
old-fashioned; used for items sold at markets or by street vendors
- services
non-physical work or help provided instead of objects
文法句型
goods + verb (plural)
用法筆記
Always used in the plural form 'goods'. Refers to physical items, not services or digital products.
常見錯誤
2. Objects being moved from one place to another by train, truck, or ship — not peo
貨物
火車或卡車運送的物品
Objects being moved from one place to another by train, truck, or ship — not people.
A freight train carrying construction goods derailed near the river yesterday.
一列滿載建築材料的貨運火車昨天在河邊出軌了。
collocation: carry/transport goods by train/truck
The port handles thousands of tonnes of goods each month.
這個港口每個月處理數千噸的貨物。
Nala's company ships perishable goods in refrigerated containers.
Nala 的公司用冷藏貨櫃運送易腐爛的貨物。
Railway workers loaded the goods onto flatbed wagons at dawn.
鐵路工人在黎明時分將貨物裝上平板車廂。
- passengers
people being transported, the opposite of goods in transport contexts
文法句型
goods + be + transported/carried/shipped
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1: this sense focuses on the movement and logistics of items rather than their commercial value. Often appears in transport, shipping, and logistics contexts. Frequently used with verbs like 'transport', 'carry', 'ship', 'load', and 'unload'.
3. Something that provides an advantage, helps a situation, or makes life better fo
好處；益處
對人或情況有利的事物
Something that provides an advantage, helps a situation, or makes life better for someone.
Saira hoped the new policy would work for the good of the whole community.
Saira 希望這項新政策能造福整個社區。
pattern: for the good of + noun phrase
What is the good of owning a car if you cannot afford the petrol?
如果你連油錢都付不起，那買車有什麼用？
pattern: what's the good of + verb-ing
Ramón could see no good in continuing the argument any further.
Ramón 覺得繼續爭論下去沒有任何好處。
There is some good in every difficult situation if you look hard enough.
只要你仔細找，每個困難的情況裡都還是有些好的一面。
- harm
damage or injury that results from an action
文法句型
the good of + noun phrase
what's the good of + verb-ing
for the good of + noun phrase
do + noun/pronoun + good
用法筆記
Often used in question or negative constructions: 'what's the good of…?' or 'there's no good in…'. The pattern 'for the good of + noun' emphasises benefit to a group or cause rather than an individual.
常見錯誤
4. How physically strong and free from illness a person's body is, kept up through
健康
身體健康的狀態
How physically strong and free from illness a person's body is, kept up through proper diet, exercise, or rest.
Andrei walks five kilometres every morning for the good of his heart.
Andrei 為了心臟健康，每天早晨走五公里。
pattern: for the good of + body part/health
The doctor said that balanced meals work for the good of the whole body.
醫生說均衡的飲食對全身健康都有幫助。
pattern: for the good of + body/health
Esme changed her sleeping habits for the good of her long-term energy levels.
Esme 為了長期的體力健康，改變了自己的睡眠習慣。
Christopher exercises regularly because he cares about the good of his lungs.
Christopher 定期運動，因為他在乎自己的肺部健康。
文法句型
the good of + possessive + health/body
for the good of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 5: this sense refers to a stable state of health (you are already well), while sense 5 refers to an improvement or beneficial effect on health. Typically appears in the phrase 'for the good of one's health/body'.
5. Behaviour and principles that follow moral rules and are considered correct by s
善；道德
合乎道德的正確行為
Behaviour and principles that follow moral rules and are considered correct by society, often contrasted with evil.
The novel explores the ancient struggle between good and evil in every human heart.
這部小說探討了每個人內心深處善與惡之間的永恆鬥爭。
fixed phrase: good and evil
Sayaka's faith teaches her to always choose good over wrongdoing in daily life.
Sayaka 的信仰教導她，在日常生活中要選擇良善、遠離錯誤。
Hiro works for a charity that promotes good in the poorest city areas.
Hiro 在一家慈善機構工作，在城市最貧困的地區宣揚良善。
Philosophers have debated the nature of good for more than two thousand years.
哲學家們探討善的本質已經超過兩千年了。
- virtue
focuses on a particular good quality or habit, rather than the abstract concept of moral goodness
- righteousness
strongly religious or moral tone; implies strict adherence to moral law
- morality
a system of principles rather than the quality of being good
- evil
the direct opposite; serious wrongdoing or moral wickedness
文法句型
the good
good and evil
good vs. evil
用法筆記
Frequently appears in philosophical, religious, and literary contexts. Often paired with 'evil' in the fixed phrase 'good and evil'. Cannot be used with a possessive determiner ('my good', 'their good') in this sense — use senses 3–5 for personal benefit.
常見錯誤
6. people who live according to moral or religious principles, considered as a sing
善人；好人
道德高尚的人們
people who live according to moral or religious principles, considered as a single group
In many religious traditions, the good are rewarded after death.
在許多宗教傳統中，善人在死後會得到報償。
the + good as collective noun subject
The novel sets the good against the wicked in a battle for the kingdom.
這部小說將好人與壞人對立，展開一場王國爭奪戰。
the good vs. the wicked contrast
Adina believes that the good have a duty to help those who suffer.
Adina 認為好人有責任幫助受苦的人。
The old folktale shows the good overcoming evil through courage and honesty.
這則古老民間故事描述好人以勇氣和誠實戰勝邪惡。
- the righteous
stronger religious or moral overtone, very formal
- the virtuous
more literary, emphasises personal moral discipline
- the just
focuses on fairness and justice rather than general morality
- the wicked
direct opposite; people who are morally bad
- the evil
stronger, implies harmful intent rather than simple moral failure
文法句型
the + good
用法筆記
Always used with the definite article 'the'. The verb that follows can be singular or plural, but plural is more common in modern English: 'the good are…' rather than 'the good is…'. This sense is most common in religious, philosophical, and literary contexts.
常見錯誤
7. permanently, with no possibility of returning to a previous situation or state
永遠
永久地，不再改變
permanently, with no possibility of returning to a previous situation or state
After fifteen years in Canada, the Watanabe family moved back to Japan for good.
在加拿大住了十五年後，渡邊一家終於搬回日本定居了。
for good meaning permanently
The old cinema closed its doors for good in 2019.
那間老電影院在 2019 年永久歇業了。
Élise told her roommate that she was leaving the apartment for good this time.
Élise 告訴室友她這次真的要永遠搬出公寓了。
When the factory shut down for good, the whole town felt the loss.
那間工廠永久關閉時，整個小鎮都感受到衝擊。
- permanently
more formal; can be used in any position in a sentence
- forever
more emotional or dramatic register
- once and for all
emphasises finality after repeated attempts or changes
- temporarily
implies a limited period
- for now
suggests the situation may change soon
文法句型
for good
用法筆記
A fixed phrase — always use 'for good'. Cannot be shortened to just 'good' or expanded to 'for the good'. In informal British English, the longer form 'for good and all' is also possible, though less common. The phrase usually appears at the end of the clause.
常見錯誤
good — 形容詞
1. giving you a feeling of enjoyment, happiness, or satisfaction, because something
好的；愉快的
令人滿意或愉快的
giving you a feeling of enjoyment, happiness, or satisfaction, because something is pleasant or of the kind you like.
The children had a good time at the park playing with their friends.
孩子們在公園和朋友們一起玩得很開心。
good + noun: good time
This is a really good book — I could not stop reading it.
這本書真的很棒——我一看就停不下來。
be + good: describing a thing
We ate at a good restaurant near the harbour last night.
我們昨晚在港口附近一家不錯的餐廳吃飯。
It was a good party with music, dancing, and good food.
那是一場很棒的派對，有音樂、跳舞和美食。
Adina had a good idea for the school project about recycling.
Adina 為學校的回收專案想出一個好主意。
- bad
the direct opposite in all contexts
- unpleasant
focuses on the opposite of a calm, agreeable feeling
文法句型
good + noun
be + good
feel + good
用法筆記
In everyday conversation, 'good' is the most common adjective for describing positive experiences. For stronger emphasis, use 'great', 'wonderful', or 'excellent'.
常見錯誤
2. part of fixed phrases that people say to each other when saying farewell, includ
再見；慢走
道別時的固定用語
part of fixed phrases that people say to each other when saying farewell, including 'goodbye', 'good night', and 'have a good day'.
Esteban said goodbye to his classmates before leaving for summer break.
Esteban 在放暑假前和同學們道別。
fixed phrase: 'said goodbye'
Have a good day, Dr. Chen — see you at your next appointment.
祝您有美好的一天，陳醫師——下次看診見。
"Good night, children — it is time to sleep now," said the babysitter.
保母說：「晚安，孩子們——該睡覺了。」
The guests said their goodbyes and thanked the host for the lovely dinner.
賓客們道別後，感謝主人準備了美味的晚餐。
文法句型
good + noun (fixed expressions)
用法筆記
Except for 'goodbye' itself, these expressions use 'good' in front of a time-related noun (morning, afternoon, evening, night, day). 'Good morning/good afternoon/good evening' are used as greetings, not farewells.
常見錯誤
3. in a condition where your body is working well and you have no illness, injury,
健康的
身體狀況良好，沒有生病
in a condition where your body is working well and you have no illness, injury, or pain.
After the medicine, the child felt good enough to eat a full meal.
服藥之後，那個孩子覺得舒服多了，可以吃一頓正餐。
feel + good: describing health
The vet said our cat is in good health and needs no treatment.
獸醫說我們的貓很健康，不需要治療。
collocation: 'in good health'
You look good today — did you get more sleep last night?
你今天氣色很好——昨晚睡得多一些了嗎？
Tendai felt good after his morning run around the park.
Tendai 在公園晨跑後，覺得精神很好。
The doctor said my grandmother's heart is good for a woman her age.
醫生說以我祖母的年齡來說，她的心臟狀況算不錯了。
文法句型
be + good
feel + good
look + good
用法筆記
In this sense, 'good' is usually used after verbs like 'be', 'feel', 'look', or 'keep'. It is not commonly placed before a noun — 'healthy' or 'well' are more natural in attributive position (e.g., 'a healthy child' not 'a good child').
常見錯誤
4. used as a short, informal reply when someone asks how you are, meaning that you
還不錯；很好
回答『你好嗎？』的用語
used as a short, informal reply when someone asks how you are, meaning that you are fine or feeling well.
"How are you today?" the nurse asked. "I'm good, thank you," said Sumin.
護士問：「今天感覺怎麼樣？」Sumin 說：「我很好，謝謝。」
fixed reply: 'I'm good' to 'How are you?'
Whenever Josh meets a neighbour, he says, "I'm good — how about you?"
Josh 每次遇到鄰居都會說：「我很好——你呢？」
"How are you feeling today?" the nurse asked. "I am good, thanks," said Hoa.
護士問：「你今天感覺怎麼樣？」Hoa 說：「我很好，謝謝。」
"How are your parents?" asked Anna. "They are good, thanks," replied Emily.
Anna 問：「你爸媽好嗎？」Emily 回答：「他們很好，謝謝。」
文法句型
I'm good (in reply to 'How are you?')
用法筆記
This is an informal American usage that has become common worldwide. In more formal or traditional British English, 'I'm well, thank you' or 'I'm fine, thank you' are more common. Do NOT use this pattern to answer other questions — only as a reply to 'How are you?' or similar health/greeting questions.
常見錯誤
5. made, built, or done to a high standard, so that it works well, lasts a long tim
優質的；好的
品質或水準高的
made, built, or done to a high standard, so that it works well, lasts a long time, or gives good results.
These shoes are of good quality and lasted me for three years.
這雙鞋品質很好，我穿了三年。
collocation: 'good quality'
The school is known for its good teaching and friendly staff.
這所學校以良好的教學和友善的教職員聞名。
Shirin bought a good camera that takes clear pictures even at night.
Shirin 買了一台好相機，即使在晚上也能拍出清晰的照片。
His work is always good — he checks every detail before finishing.
他的工作表現一向很好——他在完成之前會檢查每一個細節。
Esteban used good wood for the table so it would not break easily.
Esteban 用了好木材做桌子，這樣就不容易斷裂。
- high-quality
more explicit about the standard; often used for manufactured products
- fine
slightly more formal; suggests delicate or careful workmanship
- excellent
stronger than 'good'; indicates top-level quality
文法句型
good + noun
be + good
用法筆記
When placed before a noun ('good shoes', 'good teaching'), this sense focuses on the object or activity meeting a standard. The exact standard depends on context — what counts as 'good' for a pair of shoes differs from what counts as 'good' for a camera.
常見錯誤
6. said as an exclamation when you want to show that you approve of what someone ha
好棒！很好
表示讚賞的感嘆用語
said as an exclamation when you want to show that you approve of what someone has done, achieved, or said.
"Good job, Niran — your English test score improved a lot!" said the teacher.
老師說：「Niran，做得好——你的英文考試成績進步很多！」
exclamation: 'Good job!' for praise
Hoa's piano teacher smiled and said, "Good! That piece sounds much better now."
Hoa 的鋼琴老師微笑著說：「好！那首曲子現在彈得好多了。」
When Apinya finished the race, her coach shouted, "Good work!"
Apinya 跑完比賽時，她的教練大喊：「做得好！」
"Good for you!" said Lara when her friend announced the promotion.
當 Lara 的朋友宣布升遷時，她說：「太好了！」
文法句型
Good!
Good + noun!
Good for + noun/pronoun!
用法筆記
This sense is used as a single-word or short-phrase exclamation. Unlike other senses of 'good', it is not followed by a subject and verb — it stands alone as a reaction. 'Good for you' is slightly more personal, praising the person rather than the action.
常見錯誤
❌ 'I got a promotion. — Good for you!' (correct, but very common in American English; in British English 'Well done!' is more typical)
7. having the ability to perform a particular task or activity to a high standard
擅長；精通
有能力把某事做得好
having the ability to perform a particular task or activity to a high standard
Mizuki is very good at explaining difficult math problems to younger students.
Mizuki 非常擅長向年紀較小的學生解釋困難的數學題。
good at + gerund for describing a skill
The new chef is good with knives and can chop vegetables very quickly.
這位新來的主廚很會用刀，切菜速度非常快。
good with + noun for handling something
Faisal has always been a good listener when his friends need advice.
Faisal 一直是個很好的傾聽者，朋友需要建議時總會找他。
Eve is good at remembering people's names even after meeting them once.
Eve 很擅長記住別人的名字，即使只見過一次面也不會忘。
A good driver always checks the mirrors before changing lanes.
好的駕駛在變換車道前總會先檢查後照鏡。
文法句型
good at [noun/gerund]
good with [noun]
good [noun] (premodifier)
用法筆記
Commonly paired with 'at' + gerund (good at swimming) for skills, or 'with' + noun (good with children) for handling people or objects. As a premodifier (a good teacher), the meaning focuses on competence rather than general quality.
常見錯誤
8. describing a promising or favourable beginning to an activity, process, or perio
好的開始
活動或過程的開端順利
describing a promising or favourable beginning to an activity, process, or period of time
The restaurant got off to a good start as customers lined up on opening day.
這家新餐廳有了個好的開始，開幕當天顧客就在門外大排長龍。
get off to a good start — fixed phrase
Sivan made a good start on her essay and finished two pages before lunch.
Sivan 在論文的開頭做得不錯，午餐前就寫完了前兩頁。
make a good start on [something]
A light breakfast and some stretching is a good start to any busy morning.
簡單的早餐加上伸展運動，是忙碌早晨的一個好的開始。
Paloma got off to a good start by arriving early and asking lots of questions.
Paloma 在新工作上有了好的開始，她提早到公司並積極發問。
- promising
similar but more formal; suggests future potential
- encouraging
focuses on the positive feelings the beginning creates
- bad start
direct opposite — a beginning that goes poorly
- rocky start
informal; a beginning full of problems
文法句型
get off to a good start
make a good start
a good start to [noun]
a good start on [noun]
用法筆記
Typically appears in set expressions: 'get off to a good start', 'make a good start', or 'a good start to/in/on'. Can be used with both activities (a project) and periods (a day, a year).
常見錯誤
9. showing care and a willingness to help or treat others well
友善；好心
對他人親切、願意幫助
showing care and a willingness to help or treat others well
It was good of Élise to bring homemade soup when she heard I was sick.
Élise 真是好心，知道我生病了就帶了自製的湯來看我。
good of [person] + infinitive for kind acts
Christopher is good about calling his grandmother every Sunday without fail.
Christopher 很孝順，每個星期日一定會打電話給奶奶。
good about [noun/gerund] for habitual kindness
The nurse was very good to the frightened child, holding his hand before the operation.
那位護士對受驚嚇的孩子非常好，在手術前一直握著他的手。
Jason's new neighbours have been good to him, helping him carry furniture up the stairs.
Jason 的新鄰居對他很好，幫他把家具搬上樓梯。
A good friend listens without judging and offers support when things go wrong.
好朋友會不加批判地傾聽，並在出現問題時提供支持。
- kind
the closest synonym; describes someone's gentle and caring nature
- generous
emphasises giving freely, not just being nice
- thoughtful
focuses on considering others' needs in advance
文法句型
good to [person]
good of [person] to [verb]
good about [noun/gerund]
good friend
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 7 (GOOD AT): 'good to me' means 'kind towards me', while 'good at music' means 'skilled in music'. The phrase 'good of [person]' always looks back at something kind already done.
常見錯誤
10. used in formal expressions when politely asking someone to do something for you
勞駕
用於正式請求他人幫忙
used in formal expressions when politely asking someone to do something for you
Would you be good enough to sign this document before you leave the office?
勞駕您離開辦公室前在這份文件上簽個名好嗎？
Would you be good enough to [verb] — polite request formula
Would you be so good as to close the window? The draught is rather strong.
勞駕您把窗戶關上好嗎？穿堂風有點大。
Would you be so good as to [verb] — very formal variant
Would you be good enough to show me where the meeting room is?
勞駕您告訴我會議室在哪裡好嗎？
Christopher asked if the receptionist would be so good as to call a taxi.
Christopher 問櫃檯人員是否勞駕幫他叫一輛計程車。
- kind enough
alternative phrasing: 'Would you be kind enough to…' — slightly less formal but still polite
文法句型
Would you be good enough to [verb]?
Would you be so good as to [verb]?
Could you be good enough to [verb]?
用法筆記
This is a fixed formal pattern. The two main formulas are 'Would you be good enough to…' and 'Would you be so good as to…'. Both are much more formal than 'Could you please…'. Rare in everyday American English; somewhat more common in British English in service settings.
常見錯誤
11. describing a kind action carried out to help someone else, especially when recog
好心幫忙
形容對他人有幫助的善行
describing a kind action carried out to help someone else, especially when recognising or thanking them for it
It was good of Tuan to lend his bike to someone who missed the bus.
Tuan 真好心，把他的腳踏車借給了一個錯過公車的人。
good of [person] + infinitive — looking back at a kind act
Thank you for helping me with the shopping bags — that was really good of you.
謝謝你幫我拿購物袋，你真是太好了。
that was good of you — thanking someone
Jason said it was good of his aunt to water his plants while he travelled.
Jason 說阿姨真好心，在他出國旅行期間幫他的植物澆水。
The librarian was very good and stayed late so that David could finish his research.
圖書館員非常好心，為了讓 David 完成研究而待到很晚。
- ungrateful
not exactly opposite — describes the recipient, not the act
文法句型
good of [person] to [verb]
that is/was good of [person]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 10 (KIND): sense 10 describes a person's general character ('She is good to her parents'), while sense 12 refers to a specific kind action that has already happened ('It was good of her to drive him home'). Sense 12 commonly follows expressions of thanks or praise.
常見錯誤
12. describing actions or people that align with moral, honest, or religious standar
道德；正義
符合道德或正義原則的
describing actions or people that align with moral, honest, or religious standards of right and wrong.
Christopher believes it is good to help people who are in need.
Christopher 認為幫助有需要的人是對的。
pattern: it is good to + verb
The charity does good work by providing meals for homeless families.
這家慈善機構為無家可歸的家庭提供餐點，做的是好事。
Imran refused to lie in court because he wanted to do the right thing.
Imran 拒絕在法庭上說謊，因為他想做對的事。
Many religious texts teach people how to live a good and honest life.
許多宗教經典教導人們如何過誠實正直的生活。
Wei's good deeds were noticed by everyone in the neighbourhood.
Wei 的善行被社區裡的每個人都注意到了。
文法句型
it + be + good + to-infinitive
good + noun
用法筆記
Common in discussions of ethics, religion, and personal character. Frequently appears in fixed phrases such as 'good deeds', 'good works', and 'the common good'.
常見錯誤
13. having a helpful or positive result, especially for a person's physical health o
有益；助益
對健康或身心有幫助的
having a helpful or positive result, especially for a person's physical health or well-being.
Eating fresh vegetables every day is good for your overall health.
每天吃新鮮蔬菜對你的整體健康有益。
pattern: good for + health/you
Fresh air and daily exercise are good for you.
新鮮空氣和每天運動對你有好處。
The doctor said the medicine would be good for my cold.
醫生說這種藥對我的感冒有幫助。
A short walk after lunch is good for the mind and body.
午餐後散步一會兒對身心都有好處。
Drinking enough water is good for your skin and energy levels.
喝足夠的水對你的皮膚和精力都有益處。
- beneficial
more formal; used in scientific or professional writing
- healthy
specifically about physical well-being
- helpful
broader; not limited to health
文法句型
good for + noun phrase
good + noun
用法筆記
Almost always followed by 'for' + noun phrase. The object is typically something related to health, well-being, or improvement. Very common in everyday advice and medical contexts.
常見錯誤
14. describing a child or animal that behaves in a polite, obedient, or well-mannere
乖的；聽話的
形容小孩或寵物行為端正的
describing a child or animal that behaves in a polite, obedient, or well-mannered way.
Alessia was a good girl and finished all her vegetables.
Alessia 是個乖女孩，把蔬菜都吃完了。
collocation: good girl / good boy / good dog
The teacher praised the good students for sitting quietly.
老師稱讚那些乖學生安靜地坐著。
Hamza's mother told him to be good while she was at work.
Hamza 的媽媽叫他乖乖的，在她上班時要聽話。
The dog was very good during the long car ride.
那隻狗在漫長的車程中非常乖。
Be a good boy and help your grandmother carry her bags.
當個乖孩子，幫奶奶提袋子。
- well-behaved
more formal; sounds more adult
- obedient
stresses following rules or orders
- polite
focuses on manners rather than obedience
文法句型
good + noun (child, boy, girl, dog)
用法筆記
Very common when speaking to or about children and pets, especially as a polite command ('Be good!'). Also used in parent–teacher contexts. Close synonym: 'well-behaved'.
15. describes a person, item, or financial product that you can depend on because it
可靠；可信
值得信賴且可依靠的
describes a person, item, or financial product that you can depend on because it performs well and does not let you down.
Ezra is a good friend who always keeps his promises.
Ezra 是個可靠的朋友，總是信守承諾。
collocation: good friend
My car is old, but it is a good one and starts every morning.
我的車雖然舊了，但性能不錯，每天早上都能發動。
The bank requires a good credit history to approve a loan.
銀行需要良好的信用紀錄才能核准貸款。
Hassan gave me some good advice that I still follow today.
Hassan 給了我一些有用的建議，我到今天都還在遵循。
A good investment can grow your savings over many years.
一項可靠的投資可以讓你的儲蓄在多年後增值。
- reliable
direct synonym with focus on dependability
- trustworthy
stresses that someone will not cheat or lie
- sound
more formal; often for financial judgment
- unreliable
cannot be depended on
- bad
general opposite; 'bad debt'
文法句型
good + noun (friend, advice, investment, credit)
用法筆記
Common in financial contexts (good credit, good investment, good risk) and interpersonal contexts (good friend, good word). Frequently used in business and banking. Distinguish from sense 15 (BEHAVIOUR), which is about obedience rather than trustworthiness.
16. well-suited to a specific need, use, or person — fitting the situation in a way
適合；合宜
符合特定需求或目的的
well-suited to a specific need, use, or person — fitting the situation in a way that works well.
This park is a good place for a picnic near the river.
這個公園靠近河邊，是個適合野餐的好地方。
collocation: good place for
Do you know a good time to call the dentist for an appointment?
你知道什麼時間適合打電話給牙醫預約嗎？
collocation: good time to
Is this a good moment to ask the manager about a raise?
現在是適合向經理問加薪的時機嗎？
The hotel is a good choice for families with young children.
這家飯店是帶小孩的家庭的好選擇。
A warm coat is good for hiking in cold mountain weather.
一件保暖的外套適合在寒冷山區天氣中健行。
- suitable
direct synonym; slightly more formal
- appropriate
emphasises correctness for the occasion
- convenient
focuses on time or ease of use
- unsuitable
not right for the purpose
- inappropriate
wrong in a social or practical sense
文法句型
good + noun (time, place, idea)
good for + noun phrase
用法筆記
Often followed by 'for' (good for hiking) or paired with a noun (good time, good place, good idea). Very common in everyday suggestions and recommendations. Compare with sense 14 (POSITIVE) — sense 14 is about health benefit, while sense 17 is about appropriateness for a purpose.
常見錯誤
17. placed before a noun to stress that the quantity, size, or level is notably big
大量；相當多
強調數量或程度很大
placed before a noun to stress that the quantity, size, or level is notably big — found in set expressions such as 'a good many' and 'a good deal'.
There were a good many people waiting at the station for the delayed train.
車站裡有相當多的人在等待誤點的火車。
fixed phrase: a good many + plural noun
Inês spent a good deal of time preparing for her final exams.
Inês 花了大量的時間準備期末考試。
fixed phrase: a good deal of + uncountable noun
A good number of students signed up for the new cooking class this term.
這學期有相當多的學生報名了新的烹飪課。
We walked a good distance before finding a place to rest for the night.
我們走了好一段路才找到過夜休息的地方。
Eri has a good few years of experience working in that hospital.
Eri 在這家醫院工作了相當多年的時間。
- considerable
more formal; can be used in similar ways
- substantial
formal; emphasises importance of the amount
- significant
focuses on the impact rather than just quantity
文法句型
a good + noun (many, deal, number, few, distance)
用法筆記
Only used before a noun or in fixed phrases. Cannot be used alone (*'The amount was good' in this sense). The key patterns are 'a good many' (countable), 'a good deal of' (uncountable), 'a good number of', and 'a good few'. These are relatively formal and common in written English.
常見錯誤
18. used in the phrase 'a good deal' to mean 'a lot' or 'to a large degree' — descri
很多
強調程度或數量很大
used in the phrase 'a good deal' to mean 'a lot' or 'to a large degree' — describing how much something has changed, improved, or differs from another thing.
Samir likes his new job a good deal more than his last one downtown.
Samir 對新工作的喜歡程度比之前那份在市區的工作高出很多。
adverbial phrase: a good deal = much / a lot
Things have changed a good deal since Soraya started working at the hospital.
自從 Soraya 開始在醫院工作之後，情況已經改變了很多。
Eleni's spoken French improved a good deal after she lived in Lyon for a year.
Eleni 在里昂住了一年之後，她的法語口語進步了很多。
The cost of housing has gone up a good deal in the past few years.
過去幾年來，房價上漲了很多。
- a lot
more common in everyday speech; less formal
- a great deal
slightly stronger and more formal than 'a good deal'
- considerably
formal; often used in written academic or business English
文法句型
a good deal (as adverb = much / a lot)
用法筆記
Only used in the fixed phrase 'a good deal'. Cannot be shortened to just 'good' in this sense (*'I like it good' does not mean 'a lot'). Functions as an adverb, so it modifies verbs (changed a good deal) or comparative adjectives (a good deal more).
常見錯誤
19. placed before a unit of time, distance, or weight to stress that the actual amou
至少；多於
超過所述或預期的數量
placed before a unit of time, distance, or weight to stress that the actual amount is at least as large as stated — and probably a little more.
The train station is a good twenty-minute walk from Ari's apartment.
火車站距離 Ari 的公寓至少要走二十分鐘。
pattern: a good + distance phrase
Omar waited a good forty-five minutes for the bus to arrive this morning.
Omar 今天早上等了至少四十五分鐘的公車才來。
The river was a good three miles wide at its widest point.
這條河在最寬的地方至少有四公里寬。
Baraka has a good ten years of experience in the travel industry.
Baraka 在旅遊業已經有超過十年的經驗。
文法句型
a good + measurement noun (hour, mile, pound, ten years)
用法筆記
Always followed by a specific measurement or quantity — not used with vague nouns (*'a good amount of time'). Common with time (a good hour), distance (a good mile), weight (a good five pounds), price (a good fifty dollars), and duration of experience (a good ten years). The tone is slightly informal.
常見錯誤
20. An exclamation that conveys your delight at how events turned out or your accept
好；不錯
表示滿意或同意
An exclamation that conveys your delight at how events turned out or your acceptance of someone's statement.
"The hotel has a pool." "Good, the kids will love that."
「飯店有游泳池。」「太好了，孩子們一定會喜歡。」
exclamation of agreement: 'Good, [situation detail]'
We have enough food for everyone? Good, then we can start cooking.
大家的食物夠吃嗎？好，那我們可以開始煮飯了。
Good, everyone is ready. We can leave now to get to the cinema.
好，大家都準備好了。我們現在可以出發去電影院了。
'The movie starts at eight.' 'Good, we still have time for dinner first.'
「電影八點開始。」「好，我們還有時間先吃晚餐。」
文法句型
Good! (as exclamation)
常見錯誤
❌ 'Good, you finally understand the problem.' (sarcastic tone confuses the learner). — Used genuinely, 'Good!' expresses real satisfaction. In writing, be careful with tone; sarcastic 'Good' can sound dismissive.
21. a polite spoken expression indicating that you need nothing more at the moment —
夠了；不用了
表示已足夠不需要更多
a polite spoken expression indicating that you need nothing more at the moment — you already have what you want and require nothing extra.
Do you need any more tea, Sayaka? No, I am good, thank you.
Sayaka，你還需要茶嗎？不用了，我這樣就可以了，謝謝。
polite refusal: be good = have enough
Antonia said she was good with the meeting time and did not want any changes.
Antonia 說她對會議時間沒有意見，不需要做任何更動。
We asked if the children needed more food, but they said they were good.
我們問孩子們還要不要吃東西，但他們說夠了。
'Would you like some more dessert, Élise?' 'No thanks, I am good for now.'
「Élise，你還想再來一點甜點嗎？」「不用了，我暫時這樣就好了。」
- I'd like some more
the opposite — asking for additional things
文法句型
be good
be good with + noun
be good for + noun
用法筆記
Common as a polite refusal in service contexts (waiters, shop assistants, hosts). 'I'm good' is less formal than 'No, thank you' and sounds more natural in casual conversation. Also appears as 'be good with' meaning 'be satisfied with' arrangements.
常見錯誤
good — 副詞
1. in spoken conversation, used informally instead of 'well' to say that someone do
表現好
非正式代替 well
in spoken conversation, used informally instead of 'well' to say that someone does something successfully or to a satisfactory standard
Yael did good on the science test and got the highest score in class.
Yael 在科學考試中表現很好，拿到了全班最高分。
do + good for perform well (informal)
The new intern is doing good at her job, so the boss is happy with her work.
那位新實習生工作表現不錯，老闆對她的表現很滿意。
If the stove works good after the repair, we can cook dinner tonight.
如果爐子修好後運作正常，我們今晚就可以做晚餐了。
Did Owen do good in the swimming competition last weekend?
Owen 上週末的游泳比賽表現得不錯嗎？
Adaeze sang good at the concert, and the audience cheered loudly.
Adaeze 在音樂會上唱得很好，觀眾大聲歡呼。
- badly
the opposite meaning — performing poorly or unsatisfactorily
文法句型
do + good (informal)
verb + good (informal)
用法筆記
This use of 'good' as an adverb is limited to casual spoken English. In formal writing, academic essays, and most exams, use 'well' instead of 'good'.