Meaning
Expressing strong approval or enjoyment of something.
Cultural Background
In North India, excessive praise is often seen as polite. Using 'बहुत' (very) is expected even for small gestures. In corporate settings, this phrase is used to maintain harmony and show support for team members' ideas. When a guest is served food, saying this is the highest compliment to the host.
Intonation matters
Say it with a smile to make it sound more genuine.
Don't use for people
Avoid saying this to a person as it sounds objectifying.
Meaning
Expressing strong approval or enjoyment of something.
Intonation matters
Say it with a smile to make it sound more genuine.
Don't use for people
Avoid saying this to a person as it sounds objectifying.
Add 'ही' for emphasis
Say 'यह मुझे बहुत ही अच्छा लगा' to show extreme excitement.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
यह _____ बहुत अच्छा लगा।
The indirect object 'मुझे' is required for the 'lagna' construction.
Which is correct?
Choose the correct way to say 'I liked it'.
The 'मुझे' construction is the only grammatically correct form.
Respond to the friend.
Friend: 'How was the movie?' You: '_____'
This is the most natural and polite response.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You receive a gift.
It is the standard expression for showing appreciation for a gift.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesयह _____ बहुत अच्छा लगा।
The indirect object 'मुझे' is required for the 'lagna' construction.
Choose the correct way to say 'I liked it'.
The 'मुझे' construction is the only grammatically correct form.
Friend: 'How was the movie?' You: '_____'
This is the most natural and polite response.
You receive a gift.
It is the standard expression for showing appreciation for a gift.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, it's for things or experiences. Use 'पसंद' for people.
It's neutral and works in almost all situations.
Because it's an indirect object construction.
Yes, it's perfect for food.
Use 'यह मुझे अच्छा नहीं लगा'.
Extremely common in daily Hindi.
Related Phrases
मुझे पसंद है
synonymI like it
बहुत बढ़िया
similarVery good
मजा आ गया
builds onI had fun
