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How to Say ‘That's a great idea!’ in Simplified Chinese

这真是个好主意!

💬 Usage Tip: Adding [真是] (jen-shih) intensifies the phrase, showing strong agreed approval.

🇨🇳 In China: Praising ideas reinforces harmony and mutual respect, greatly valued in Chinese interpersonal interactions.

Phrase Breakdown

真是个好主意

Word-by-Word Breakdown

[zhè]

this

Used to identify a specific thing or person close at hand or being indicated.

Example

这次旅行真是个好主意!

This trip is really a good idea!

[zhēn]

really

Used to emphasize a statement or opinion.

Example

他真是个天才。

He is really a genius.

[shì]

be

Used to indicate identity or equivalence.

Example

这是一本好书。

This is a good book.

[]

a

Used before nouns to indicate one as an example of something.

Example

这个房子很大。

This is a big house.

[hǎo]

good

To be desired or approved of.

Example

好天气让人心情愉快。

Good weather makes people happy.

主意

[zhǔ yì]

idea

A thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action.

Example

我喜欢你的主意。

I like your idea.

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