Good for you
Personal success
Use it to sincerely celebrate someone's personal win, but keep your tone upbeat and warm.
15 सेकंड में
- A friendly way to celebrate someone's good news or success.
- Best used for personal achievements, big or small.
- Watch your tone to avoid sounding sarcastic or bored.
मतलब
You say this to show you are happy for someone's success or good news. It is a way to celebrate a small or big win with them.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6A friend mentions they started going to the gym
You're exercising every morning? Good for you!
You're exercising every morning? Good for you!
A colleague got a promotion
I heard about the new role. Good for you, Sarah!
I heard about the new role. Good for you, Sarah!
Texting a friend who finally finished a long book
You finally finished it! Good for you 📚
You finally finished it! Good for you!
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
This phrase highlights the Western cultural value of individual achievement and self-improvement. While it started as a sincere compliment, it gained a famous 'sarcastic' reputation in pop culture during the 1990s and 2000s. In the UK and Australia, 'Good on you' is often preferred over 'Good for you'.
The Sarcasm Trap
If you say this while rolling your eyes, it means 'I don't care' or 'Who cares?'. Always keep your eyes bright!
The Aussie Twist
In Australia, people say 'Good on ya'. It's the same meaning but feels much more 'local' and rugged.
15 सेकंड में
- A friendly way to celebrate someone's good news or success.
- Best used for personal achievements, big or small.
- Watch your tone to avoid sounding sarcastic or bored.
What It Means
Good for you is a friendly pat on the back. It means you are glad something positive happened to your friend. It is like saying "I am happy for your success." It works for big things like a new job. It also works for small things like eating a healthy salad. It is simple, warm, and very common.
How To Use It
Use it as a quick reaction to good news. You do not need a long sentence. Just say Good for you! with a smile. You can also add I'm so proud or That's great. It is a perfect way to keep a conversation positive. Think of it as a verbal high-five.
When To Use It
Use it when a friend shares a personal achievement. Use it at work when a colleague finishes a hard project. It is great for texting when someone sends a photo of their new car. Use it at a restaurant when your friend finally tries that spicy dish. It fits almost any happy moment in daily life.
When NOT To Use It
Be careful with your tone of voice. If you say it too flatly, it can sound sarcastic. It might sound like you do not actually care. Do not use it if someone is complaining about a problem. That would be very rude! Also, avoid using it with your boss in a very formal meeting. It might feel a bit too casual there.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, we love to celebrate individual effort. Good for you reflects this focus on personal growth. It became very popular in the mid-20th century. It is a very "Western" way to encourage independence. It says "You did this yourself, and that is great."
Common Variations
Sometimes people say Good on you (especially in Australia). You might also hear Good for her or Good for them when talking about others. If the news is really big, people say I'm so happy for you. For a very casual vibe, some just say Nice one!
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
This phrase is primarily informal to neutral. The most important thing to master is the 'rising intonation' at the end to ensure you sound sincere rather than dismissive.
The Sarcasm Trap
If you say this while rolling your eyes, it means 'I don't care' or 'Who cares?'. Always keep your eyes bright!
The Aussie Twist
In Australia, people say 'Good on ya'. It's the same meaning but feels much more 'local' and rugged.
Add a 'That's'
If you want to sound slightly more formal or emphatic, say 'That is so good for you!' It adds extra weight to the compliment.
उदाहरण
6You're exercising every morning? Good for you!
You're exercising every morning? Good for you!
Encouraging a healthy new habit.
I heard about the new role. Good for you, Sarah!
I heard about the new role. Good for you, Sarah!
Professional but warm acknowledgement of success.
You finally finished it! Good for you 📚
You finally finished it! Good for you!
Texting makes this feel very casual and supportive.
You didn't order pizza once this week? Good for you!
You didn't order pizza once this week? Good for you!
Playful encouragement for a small personal win.
I'm glad you told him how you felt. Good for you.
I'm glad you told him how you felt. Good for you.
Shows emotional support for a difficult personal choice.
That is wonderful news, good for him!
That is wonderful news, good for him!
Using a variation to praise a third person.
खुद को परखो
Choose the best response to: 'I finally passed my driving test!'
___! I knew you could do it.
You are celebrating the other person's success, so 'you' is the correct pronoun.
Which tone makes 'Good for you' sound sincere?
Saying it with a ___ voice.
An enthusiastic tone shows you are genuinely happy for them.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality Scale of 'Good for you'
Slang like 'Nice one' or 'Get in!'
Nice one, mate!
Perfect for friends and family.
Good for you!
Safe for coworkers you know well.
That's great news, good for you.
Too casual for a CEO or a ceremony.
I offer my congratulations.
When to say 'Good for you'
Healthy Habits
Starting a new diet
Career Wins
Getting a raise
Small Victories
Waking up early
Bravery
Facing a fear
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालOnly if your tone is bad. If you say it with a smile, it is very kind and supportive.
Usually, no. You wouldn't say Good for me unless you are joking or talking to yourself in the mirror.
Congratulations is for big milestones like weddings. Good for you is for personal choices or smaller wins.
Yes, in a casual or semi-formal email to a colleague. It looks like: I saw you finished the report, good for you!
It might be too casual. It's better to say That's great news to someone in a high position of authority.
A simple Thank you! or Thanks, I'm really happy about it is the perfect response.
No! Never use it for bad news. It is only for positive achievements and successes.
Yes! You can change the pronoun to talk about anyone. For example: He finally quit smoking? Good for him!
No, it is a standard idiomatic expression. It is used by people of all ages in everyday English.
In movies, characters often use it when they are jealous. They say Good for you with a sigh to show they are annoyed.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Good on you
The common British/Australian version of the same phrase.
Way to go
A more enthusiastic, high-energy way to say 'well done'.
I'm happy for you
A more direct, emotional way to express the same feeling.
Kudos to you
A slightly more formal way to give someone credit for an achievement.
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