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Well, correctly, or properly (indicates good quality or manner)
Il parle bien français.
He speaks French well.
Tout va bien.
Everything is fine.
Very, quite (intensifier)
C'est bien bon!
It's really good!
Indeed, truly (emphasizes agreement or truth)
Bien sûr, je viendrai.
Of course, I will come.
'Bien' can mean 'well', 'very', or 'indeed' depending on the context. Pay attention to surrounding words and intonation.
In French, 'bien' typically follows the verb or adjective it modifies, unlike English where adverbs often come before.
From Old French 'bien', from Latin 'bene', meaning 'well'.
'Bien' is a versatile word that can function as an adverb, adjective, or even a noun in some contexts. Its meaning often depends on context and intonation.