好久
hǎo jiǔadjectiveadverb★Beginner💡 a long time
informal
A long period of time; used to express that something hasn't happened for a while.
我好久没吃火锅了。
I haven't eaten hotpot in a long time.
他好久没联系我了。
He hasn't contacted me in a long time.
💡
Often used to express nostalgia or surprise at how much time has passed.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
好久 is often used with negative verbs (e.g., 没吃, 没联系) to express that something hasn't happened for a long time.
⚡Gold Rule
Tone Sensitivity
The third tone in 好久 (hǎo jiǔ) is crucial; mispronouncing it as hǎo jiū (first tone) can change the meaning.
📖Word Origin
Combination of 好 (hǎo, good) and 久 (jiǔ, long time), emphasizing a positive or notable duration.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used as an adjective or adverb depending on context. Often paired with negative constructions (e.g., 没 + verb) to indicate absence of an action for a long time.
Word Breakdown
好
good
root久
long time
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