Meaning
Used to praise someone for doing something well.
Cultural Background
Praise is very common and expected in schools and workplaces. Similar to the US, but 'Well done' is slightly more common. Praise is often more subtle or group-focused.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add extra words. 'Good job!' is perfect on its own.
Tone matters
Make sure your tone is sincere. Sarcasm can make it sound like the opposite.
Meaning
Used to praise someone for doing something well.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add extra words. 'Good job!' is perfect on its own.
Tone matters
Make sure your tone is sincere. Sarcasm can make it sound like the opposite.
Test Yourself
Which is the most natural way to praise someone?
You finished the race! _____
'Good job!' is the standard idiomatic expression.
Complete the sentence.
_____ on your presentation today.
Both 'Good job' and 'Nice job' work, but 'Good job' is the focus.
Match the phrase to the context.
Match 'Good job' to the right situation.
It is for positive success, not somber events.
Complete the dialogue.
A: I finally finished the report. B: _____!
It acknowledges the completion of the report.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesYou finished the race! _____
'Good job!' is the standard idiomatic expression.
_____ on your presentation today.
Both 'Good job' and 'Nice job' work, but 'Good job' is the focus.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It is for positive success, not somber events.
A: I finally finished the report. B: _____!
It acknowledges the completion of the report.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsIt's better to say 'Great work on that project' to be more professional.
It is neutral. It works in most settings.
That is incorrect. Always use the singular 'job'.
No, it's for any task, like cleaning or sports.
Yes, 'Good job, everyone!' works perfectly.
Yes, they are synonyms.
Gud-job.
Yes, it is very common for children.
Related Phrases
Well done
synonymPraise for a completed task.
Great work
synonymHigh praise for effort.
Nice job
synonymCasual praise.
