Que bom ouvir isso!
Glad to hear that!
Language note: Common expression of positive acknowledgment.
Culture note: Expresses gratitude and joy in conversations.
Context: Your in-laws are pleased to hear about the healthy meals.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Que
[keh]
What
Used to express a reaction to previous information.
Que lindo é este lugar!
What a beautiful place this is!
bom
[bohm]
good
An adjective describing positivity or quality.
Está frio, mas o casaco é bom.
It's cold, but the coat is good.
ouvir
[oh-veer]
to hear
Referring to the act of listening to sounds or information.
É sempre bom ouvir músicas antigas.
It's always good to hear old music.
isso
[ees-soo]
that
Used to refer to something previously mentioned.
Eu sei disso.
I know that.
Phrase Parts
Que bom
How good
Expression of satisfaction or pleasure.
Que bom que você veio!
How good that you came!
ouvir
to hear
To perceive sound through the ear.
Ela gosta de ouvir música.
She likes to hear music.
isso
that
Refers to something previously mentioned or understood.
Isso é interessante.
That is interesting.
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