German Conversation · Level 14
87 words
German word
gut
Pronunciation
IPA/guːt/
Meaning
- adjectivegood
Example
Das ist ein guter Film.
That's a good film.
More examples
Er ist ein guter Freund.
He is a good friend.
Core concept
A favorable signal attached to a person, thing, or situation, marking it as satisfying or sound.
Common phrases
guter Freund
good friend
gute Idee
good idea
Similar words
toll: Exceptionally good in a way that brings strong delight or excitement.
prima: Very good, in a casual, everyday way.
ausgezeichnet: Outstanding in quality or achievement and deserving high praise.
okay: Adequate and acceptable, with no significant problems.
Definition in German
Gut drückt aus, dass etwas positiv, angenehm oder von guter Qualität ist.
Word origin
German gut continues Old High German guot and Proto-Germanic *gōdaz, sharing its Germanic origin with English good.
Usage tips
- In statements about health or mood, German uses "Mir geht es gut" rather than "Ich bin gut," which usually describes ability or performance.