How to Say ‘Great idea’ in Simplified Chinese
好主意
💬 Usage Tip: By combining [好] (hao) and [主意] (zhu yi), you create a supportive phrase to compliment someone's suggestion.
🇨🇳 In China: Praising someone by saying they have a [好主意] can be a subtle way to encourage them and strengthen social connections.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
好
[hǎo]
good
Describes something positive or satisfied.
这个好主意让我很开心。
This good idea makes me happy.
主意
[zhǔ yì]
idea
An opinion or thought on a specific matter.
那是个非常好的主意。
That is a really good idea.
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