How to Say ‘Is a great idea’ in Simplified Chinese
真是个好主意
💬 Usage Tip: [主意] (joo-ee) for 'idea' aligns with 'master plan', illustrating the importance of thoughtful decisions.
🇨🇳 In China: Complimenting ideas is a polite way to show respect and encourage more exchange in conversation.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
真
[zhēn]
really
Used to emphasize a statement or opinion.
你真是个好人。
You are really a good person.
是
[shì]
be
Used to indicate identity or equivalence.
他是医生。
He is a doctor.
个
[gè]
a
Used before nouns to indicate one as an example of something.
这是一个苹果。
This is an apple.
好
[hǎo]
good
To be desired or approved of.
你的建议很好。
Your suggestion is good.
主意
[zhǔ yì]
idea
A thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action.
我有个新主意。
I have a new idea.
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