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  4. 良い意味で

良い意味で

yoi imi de

What does "良い意味で" mean in English?

in a good sense

彼は良い意味で変わった人だ

He is a person who has changed in a good sense.


How to use "良い意味で" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

general

In a positive or favorable way; with good intentions or a beneficial outcome.

この映画は良い意味で衝撃的だ

This movie is shockingly good in a positive way.

彼女は良い意味で厳しい

She is strict in a good way.

This phrase is used to clarify that something is positive or beneficial, often to avoid misunderstanding.

Collocations

良い意味で驚くto be pleasantly surprised良い意味で変わるto change for the better

Synonyms

良い意味にポジティブに

Antonyms

悪い意味でネガティブに

Related Phrases

悪い意味でphrase
in a bad sense

Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use this phrase when you want to clarify that something is positive or beneficial, especially in situations where the context might be ambiguous.

Gold Rule

Clarification

This phrase is often used to avoid misunderstandings, so it's important to use it when the context could be interpreted negatively.

Word Origin

Composed of 良い (good) + 意味 (meaning) + で (particle indicating manner).

Usage Notes

Often used to emphasize that something is positive or beneficial, especially when the context might otherwise be ambiguous.

Word Breakdown

良い
good
adjective
+
意味
meaning
noun
+
で
in the manner of
particle
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