Signification
Expresses agreement and approval of an idea.
Contexte culturel
In Korean companies, agreeing with a superior's idea is not just about the idea itself, but about showing loyalty and respect. Using '좋은 생각입니다' is a safe and expected way to participate in meetings. Koreans often use this phrase to avoid conflict. Even if they have a different opinion, they might start with '좋은 생각입니다만...' (It's a good idea, but...) to soften the blow of a disagreement. Among second-generation Koreans, '좋은 아이디어' (Good idea) is often used more frequently than '좋은 생각' due to the influence of English. On platforms like Instagram or YouTube, users often shorten this to '좋은 생각!' or use emojis like 💡👍 to convey the same meaning quickly.
Add '정말' for Sincerity
Saying '정말 좋은 생각입니다' makes you sound much more enthusiastic and sincere.
Watch the Hierarchy
Never use '좋은 생각이야' to someone older than you, even if you are friends, unless they have specifically asked you to speak casually.
Signification
Expresses agreement and approval of an idea.
Add '정말' for Sincerity
Saying '정말 좋은 생각입니다' makes you sound much more enthusiastic and sincere.
Watch the Hierarchy
Never use '좋은 생각이야' to someone older than you, even if you are friends, unless they have specifically asked you to speak casually.
The 'Yes, But' Technique
Use this phrase to acknowledge someone's idea before offering a different one to maintain harmony.
Nodding
In Korea, a slight nod while saying this phrase adds a layer of physical politeness that is highly valued.
Teste-toi
Choose the most appropriate formal response to a boss's suggestion.
Boss: '우리 다음 주에 워크숍을 갈까요?'
'-입니다' is the correct formal ending for a workplace setting.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of '좋다' to modify the noun.
정말 (____) 생각입니다!
The noun-modifying form of '좋다' is '좋은'.
Complete the dialogue between two friends planning a trip.
가: '제주도에 가는 건 어때?' 나: '오, (________)!'
Between friends, the informal '-이야' is most natural.
Match the phrase to the correct social context.
Match '좋은 생각이에요' to its best context.
'-이에요' is polite but slightly less stiff than '-입니다', making it perfect for friendly professional relationships.
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Aides visuelles
Politeness Levels
Usage Contexts
Work
- • Meetings
- • Emails
- • Feedback
Social
- • Planning
- • Suggestions
- • Advice
Study
- • Group work
- • Teacher feedback
- • Brainstorming
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesBoss: '우리 다음 주에 워크숍을 갈까요?'
'-입니다' is the correct formal ending for a workplace setting.
정말 (____) 생각입니다!
The noun-modifying form of '좋다' is '좋은'.
가: '제주도에 가는 건 어때?' 나: '오, (________)!'
Between friends, the informal '-이야' is most natural.
Match '좋은 생각이에요' to its best context.
'-이에요' is polite but slightly less stiff than '-입니다', making it perfect for friendly professional relationships.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIn very casual texting, yes. In speaking, it sounds incomplete and a bit rude unless you are very close to the person.
'생각' is broader (thought, idea, opinion), while '아이디어' specifically refers to a creative or problem-solving suggestion.
Yes, it might be a bit stiff. '좋은 생각이에요' is much better for a date.
You say '좋은 생각이었습니다' (Joeun saenggak-ieotseumnida).
It sounds a bit arrogant to call your own idea 'good' in a formal setting. Better to say '제 생각은 이렇습니다' (This is my thought).
'입니다' means 'is' (identity), while '있습니다' means 'exists/has'. You are saying the idea *is* good.
Young people might say '굿 아이디어' or simply '오~' with a thumbs up.
Absolutely. It is a very common and professional way to respond to a proposal in an email.
You can say '나쁘지 않은 생각입니다' (It's not a bad idea).
No, it can also mean 'memory' or 'intention' depending on the context, but in this phrase, it always means 'idea'.
Add '매우' or '아주' before '좋은'. For example: '아주 좋은 생각입니다.'
Yes, but they might use different speech levels or slightly different vocabulary in formal settings.
Expressions liées
동감입니다
synonymI agree / I feel the same.
찬성입니다
similarI approve / I am in favor.
일리가 있습니다
similarThat makes sense / You have a point.
그건 좀 어렵겠습니다
contrastThat might be a bit difficult.
아이디어가 좋네요
specialized formYour idea is good.
