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- Used to introduce or react to positive information and happy updates.
- Works in both professional meetings and casual chats with friends.
- A simple, two-word way to boost the mood of a conversation.
Bedeutung
This phrase is used to share something positive or helpful that has happened. It is the verbal equivalent of a high-five or a happy dance.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Sharing a result with a friend
Good news! I passed my driving test today.
أخبار جيدة! لقد نجحت في اختبار القيادة اليوم.
At a business meeting
I have some good news regarding the budget for next year.
لدي بعض الأخبار الجيدة بخصوص ميزانية العام المقبل.
Texting a partner
Good news, the restaurant had one table left for tonight!
أخبار جيدة، كان لدى المطعم طاولة واحدة متبقية لليلة!
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the US, sharing good news is often very enthusiastic. People use high-energy words like 'awesome,' 'amazing,' and 'stoked.' It is culturally expected to show visible excitement for others. The British often use 'understatement' when receiving good news. Instead of 'amazing,' they might say 'not bad' or 'that's quite good, actually.' This doesn't mean they aren't happy; it's just a cultural preference for modesty. In Japan, sharing good news about oneself (like a promotion) is done with great modesty to avoid 'jiman' (boasting). People often credit their success to the support of others. When sharing good news, it is common to hear 'Alhamdulillah' (Praise be to God) or 'Mashallah' (God has willed it). This expresses gratitude and protects against envy.
The 'Some' Rule
Always use 'some' before 'good news' to sound like a native speaker. 'I have some good news' sounds much more natural than just 'I have good news.'
Avoid 'A'
Never say 'a good news.' This is the most common mistake for A2 learners.
In 15 Sekunden
- Used to introduce or react to positive information and happy updates.
- Works in both professional meetings and casual chats with friends.
- A simple, two-word way to boost the mood of a conversation.
What It Means
Good news is a simple way to introduce positive information. It tells the listener that what follows will make them smile. It is the opposite of bad news. You use it to share success, progress, or happy surprises.
How To Use It
You can use it as a sentence starter. For example, "Good news, I found your keys!" You can also use it as a response. If a friend says they got a job, you say, "That is good news!" It works as both a noun and an exclamation. It is very flexible and easy to remember.
When To Use It
Use it when you want to lift the mood. Use it at work when a project finishes early. Use it at home when dinner is ready. Use it in a text when you have a surprise. It is perfect for birthdays, promotions, or just finding a five-dollar bill. It is the ultimate mood booster in conversation.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using it sarcastically unless you are with very close friends. If something is actually bad, saying "good news" sounds mean. Don't use it for very serious, life-altering events without a soft tone. It can feel too light for deeply spiritual or heavy topics. Keep it for things that bring genuine, simple joy.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, people love to get straight to the point. Starting with "I have some good news" builds excitement immediately. It is a classic trope in movies and TV shows. Think of a doctor or a boss delivered a breakthrough. It is a universal signal for "relax and be happy."
Common Variations
Great news: For when the news is extra special.Wonderful news: A bit more emotional and warm.Some news: Neutral, could be good or bad.The best news: For life-changing events like a wedding or a baby.
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is incredibly versatile and safe for learners at any level. Just remember that 'news' is always singular in grammar, even though it ends in 's'.
The 'Some' Rule
Always use 'some' before 'good news' to sound like a native speaker. 'I have some good news' sounds much more natural than just 'I have good news.'
Avoid 'A'
Never say 'a good news.' This is the most common mistake for A2 learners.
Response Matters
In English-speaking cultures, if someone tells you good news, you MUST react. Even a simple 'That's great!' is necessary to be polite.
Beispiele
6Good news! I passed my driving test today.
أخبار جيدة! لقد نجحت في اختبار القيادة اليوم.
Used as an exclamation to start the conversation.
I have some good news regarding the budget for next year.
لدي بعض الأخبار الجيدة بخصوص ميزانية العام المقبل.
Professional way to introduce a positive update.
Good news, the restaurant had one table left for tonight!
أخبار جيدة، كان لدى المطعم طاولة واحدة متبقية لليلة!
Casual and exciting update via text.
Good news: I didn't burn the toast this time!
أخبار جيدة: لم أحرق الخبز المحمص هذه المرة!
Using the phrase for a small, funny achievement.
It's such good news to hear that Grandma is feeling better.
إنها أخبار جيدة حقاً سماع أن الجدة تشعر بتحسن.
Expressing relief and happiness about health.
That is good news, we really needed that win.
هذه أخبار جيدة، كنا حقاً بحاجة لهذا الفوز.
Validating and celebrating shared success.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the grammatically correct sentence.
Which of these is correct?
'News' is uncountable, so we use 'some' and never add an extra 'es' to the end.
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
The good news ______ that we are going on vacation!
Even though 'news' ends in 's', it is a singular uncountable noun and takes the verb 'is'.
Match the response to the 'good news'.
Good news! I passed my exam!
When someone shares good news, the appropriate cultural response is to congratulate them.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Did you hear the ______ about the party? B: No, what happened? A: It's not canceled! It's still on!
Since the party is 'still on' (a positive thing), the correct phrase is 'good news'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
When to use 'Good News'
Work
- • Promotions
- • New Projects
- • Sales
Life
- • Moving House
- • New Baby
- • Weddings
School
- • Passing Exams
- • Graduation
- • Scholarships
Good News vs. Great News
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenWhich of these is correct?
'News' is uncountable, so we use 'some' and never add an extra 'es' to the end.
The good news ______ that we are going on vacation!
Even though 'news' ends in 's', it is a singular uncountable noun and takes the verb 'is'.
Good news! I passed my exam!
When someone shares good news, the appropriate cultural response is to congratulate them.
A: Did you hear the ______ about the party? B: No, what happened? A: It's not canceled! It's still on!
Since the party is 'still on' (a positive thing), the correct phrase is 'good news'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenGrammatically, it is a singular uncountable noun. You say 'The news is...' not 'The news are...'
No. Since it's uncountable, you should say 'a lot of good news' or 'many pieces of good news.'
'Great news' is simply more intense. Use it for big things like weddings or buying a house.
Common responses include: 'That's great!', 'I'm so happy for you!', 'Wonderful!', or 'Congratulations!'
Yes, it is very common. For example: 'Good news—the client has signed the contract.'
It is neutral. It works with friends and it works with your boss.
This usually refers to the Christian Gospel. In everyday life, you don't need to capitalize it.
Yes! This is the correct way to count it if you want to talk about one specific item.
It means that if you haven't heard any updates, you should assume that nothing bad has happened.
Yes, sometimes. If someone says 'Good news! It's raining and I forgot my umbrella,' they are being sarcastic.
Verwandte Redewendungen
great news
similarA more enthusiastic version of good news.
bad news
contrastInformation about something negative.
no news is good news
builds onA proverb meaning that if you haven't heard anything, nothing bad has happened.
breaking news
specialized formInformation that is happening right now.
