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不错
bùcuò
What does "不错" mean in English?
not bad这家餐厅的菜不错。
The food at this restaurant is not bad.
How to use "不错" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
A versatile phrase meaning 'not bad' or 'quite good', often used to express mild approval or satisfaction.
这部电影不错，值得一看。
This movie is not bad, worth watching.
你的建议不错，我们可以考虑一下。
Your suggestion is not bad, we can consider it.
Often used to politely praise something without being overly enthusiastic.
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Pro Tip
Polite Praise
Use '不错' to politely compliment someone or something without sounding overly enthusiastic.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning can vary slightly depending on tone and context, ranging from 'not bad' to 'quite good'.
Word Origin
Combination of 不 (not) and 错 (wrong), literally meaning 'not wrong' but evolved to express mild approval.
Usage Notes
A common and versatile phrase in spoken Chinese, often used to express moderate satisfaction or approval without strong emphasis.
Word Breakdown
不
not
prefix错
wrong
root汉英词典