How to Say ‘That's a great idea!’ in Simplified Chinese
这真是个好主意！
zhè zhēn shì gè hǎo zhǔ yì
[zhè zhēn shì gè hǎo zhùyi]
💬 Usage Tip: [个] before [好主意] is the everyday measure word before many nouns, even abstract ones like [主意]. Also compare [一个办法] and [一个问题].
Phrase Breakdown
这
zhè
[zhè]
this
Used to identify a specific thing or person close at hand or being indicated.
这次旅行真是个好主意！
This trip is really a good idea!
真是个好主意
zhēn shì gè hǎo zhǔ yì
Words in this phrase
真
zhēn
[zhēn]
really
Used to emphasize a statement or opinion.
他真是个天才。
He is really a genius.
是
shì
[shì]
be
Used to indicate identity or equivalence.
这是一本好书。
This is a good book.
个
gè
[gè]
a
Used before nouns to indicate one as an example of something.
这个房子很大。
This is a big house.
好
hǎo
[hǎo]
good
To be desired or approved of.
好天气让人心情愉快。
Good weather makes people happy.
主意
zhǔ yì
[zhùyi]
idea
A thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action.
我喜欢你的主意。
I like your idea.
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