good quality
High standard
Use `good quality` to describe things that are reliable, well-made, and worth the money.
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- Describes something well-made, durable, and reliable.
- Used for products, food, services, and time.
- A safe, positive way to praise high standards.
意味
This phrase describes something that is well-made, durable, and meets high standards. It is like saying something is 'the real deal' and won't break or disappoint you easily.
主な例文
3 / 6Shopping for clothes
This sweater feels like really good quality wool.
This sweater feels like really high standard wool.
At a restaurant
The restaurant uses good quality ingredients in every dish.
The restaurant uses high standard ingredients in every dish.
Business meeting
We need to ensure we provide good quality service to our clients.
We need to ensure we provide high standard service to our clients.
文化的背景
The concept of 'good quality' is central to the consumer culture of 'buy once, cry once,' meaning it is better to pay more for durability. It reflects a Western value on craftsmanship and functional reliability over mere appearance. In modern marketing, it is one of the most used (and sometimes overused) terms to build consumer trust.
The 'Time' Exception
When you use it with 'time,' it means giving someone your full attention without distractions like phones.
Adjective vs. Noun
Remember it is 'good quality' (adjective + noun). Don't say 'well quality'—that's a common mistake!
15秒でわかる
- Describes something well-made, durable, and reliable.
- Used for products, food, services, and time.
- A safe, positive way to praise high standards.
What It Means
Good quality is your go-to phrase for anything built to last. It means the materials are excellent and the work is careful. Think of a heavy cotton t-shirt that doesn't shrink. Or a laptop that doesn't crash every ten minutes. It is about reliability and value. It is the opposite of 'cheap' or 'flimsy.'
How To Use It
You can use it as an adjective before a noun. For example, good quality leather. You can also use it after the verb 'to be.' For instance, "This coffee is good quality." It is very flexible. You can use it for physical objects, food, or even abstract things like good quality time with family. Just don't use it for people's personalities!
When To Use It
Use it when you are shopping and want to praise a product. It is perfect for reviews or giving advice to friends. Use it in business when discussing manufacturing or services. It sounds positive and professional. If you are at a restaurant and the ingredients taste fresh, tell the chef they use good quality produce. They will love the compliment.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using it for people’s character or skills. Don't say "He is a good quality person." Instead, say he is a 'good person.' Also, if something is truly luxury or world-class, good quality might sound too basic. In those cases, use 'premium' or 'top-tier.' It is also a bit dry for very emotional moments. Your wedding ring is more than just good quality—it is 'precious.'
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, there is a big focus on 'value for money.' People hate buying things that break immediately. The phrase became a standard benchmark during the industrial revolution. It separates artisanal or well-made goods from mass-produced junk. Today, it is a key term in the 'minimalist' lifestyle movement. People prefer buying one good quality item instead of ten cheap ones.
Common Variations
You will often hear high quality for something even better. On the flip side, poor quality is the polite way to say something is trash. Sometimes people just say top quality when they are really impressed. In casual British English, you might hear 'quality' used on its own as slang. For example, "That goal was quality!" but stick to the full phrase for now to be safe.
使い方のコツ
The phrase is very safe and neutral. It works in almost any situation from a casual chat to a business report without sounding out of place.
The 'Time' Exception
When you use it with 'time,' it means giving someone your full attention without distractions like phones.
Adjective vs. Noun
Remember it is 'good quality' (adjective + noun). Don't say 'well quality'—that's a common mistake!
The British Shortcut
In the UK, people often drop the 'good' and just say 'That's quality!' to mean something is amazing.
例文
6This sweater feels like really good quality wool.
This sweater feels like really high standard wool.
Used to describe the material of a garment.
The restaurant uses good quality ingredients in every dish.
The restaurant uses high standard ingredients in every dish.
A compliment to the chef's sourcing.
We need to ensure we provide good quality service to our clients.
We need to ensure we provide high standard service to our clients.
Focusing on professional standards.
The camera is actually good quality for the price!
The camera is actually high standard for the price!
Comparing value and performance.
I thought this was good quality, but the handle fell off in five minutes.
I thought this was high standard, but the handle fell off in five minutes.
Using the phrase ironically to show disappointment.
I just want to spend some good quality time with my kids.
I just want to spend some high standard time with my kids.
Refers to meaningful, focused time together.
自分をテスト
Choose the best word to complete the sentence about a sturdy pair of boots.
These boots are __ quality; I've had them for five years.
We use the adjective `good` to modify the noun `quality` in this collocation.
Complete the professional goal.
Our goal is to produce ___ quality software for our users.
`Good quality` is the standard neutral-to-formal way to describe professional output.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Formality of 'Good Quality'
Using 'Quality' as slang.
That's a quality burger!
The standard phrase for daily life.
This is good quality.
Using 'High-grade' or 'Premium'.
We utilize high-grade materials.
Where to use 'Good Quality'
Shopping
Looking at fabric
Dining
Tasting fresh olive oil
Work
Reviewing a report
Relationships
Spending time together
よくある質問
10 問No, you should always use the adjective good. Use good quality to describe things.
It is okay, but 'high quality' or 'excellent' sounds slightly more professional in a CV.
The most common opposites are poor quality or low quality.
Not usually. You wouldn't say 'a good quality man.' Use 'a man of good character' instead.
High quality sounds slightly more impressive, but they are often used interchangeably.
Yes! It’s very common to say good quality meat or good quality chocolate.
In casual slang, yes. If someone says 'That's quality,' they mean it is great.
You can say 'This is a good quality product' or 'The quality of this product is good.'
Not necessarily, but usually good quality items cost a bit more because they last longer.
It means time spent giving your undivided attention to someone you care about.
関連フレーズ
Top-notch
Excellent; of the highest quality.
Built to last
Made strongly so that it stays in good condition for a long time.
High-end
Expensive and of high quality; luxury.
Value for money
Something that is well worth the price you paid.
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