Signification
Complimenting someone's appearance or an object's look.
Contexte culturel
In traditional nomadic culture, visual beauty was often tied to the health of livestock and the quality of craftsmanship in saddles and clothing. Complimenting these was a sign of respect. In Ulaanbaatar, fashion is a major part of identity. Direct compliments on clothing are very common and appreciated in social circles. On Mongolian Facebook and Instagram, 'Goyo haragdaj bna' is the most common positive comment, often abbreviated to 'Goyo' or 'Goyo bna'. When receiving a compliment, Mongolians often deflect it modestly. It's polite to return the compliment or downplay your own appearance.
Add 'шүү'
Add 'шүү' (shuu) at the end to make the compliment sound more sincere and enthusiastic: 'Гоё харагдаж байна шүү!'
Watch the 'Kh'
Make sure to pronounce the 'Kh' in 'Kharagdaj' clearly; otherwise, it might be hard to understand.
Signification
Complimenting someone's appearance or an object's look.
Add 'шүү'
Add 'шүү' (shuu) at the end to make the compliment sound more sincere and enthusiastic: 'Гоё харагдаж байна шүү!'
Watch the 'Kh'
Make sure to pronounce the 'Kh' in 'Kharagdaj' clearly; otherwise, it might be hard to understand.
Use with 'Та'
When complimenting an older person, always use 'Та' and a polite tone to show respect.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'You look nice today.'
Чи өнөөдөр гоё ________ байна.
'Харагдаж' is the correct form of 'to appear'.
Which phrase is the most natural compliment for a new dress?
A: Чи сайн харагдаж байна. B: Энэ даашинз гоё харагдаж байна.
'Goyo' is for beauty/aesthetics; 'Sain' is for health/quality.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Миний шинэ гутал ямар байна? B: ________!
The speaker is asking for an opinion on their new shoes.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You see a beautiful sunset.
You are complimenting the visual appearance of the sunset.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
What can look 'Goyo'?
People
- • Outfits
- • Haircuts
- • Makeup
Objects
- • Cars
- • Gifts
- • Furniture
Nature
- • Sunsets
- • Flowers
- • Mountains
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesЧи өнөөдөр гоё ________ байна.
'Харагдаж' is the correct form of 'to appear'.
A: Чи сайн харагдаж байна. B: Энэ даашинз гоё харагдаж байна.
'Goyo' is for beauty/aesthetics; 'Sain' is for health/quality.
A: Миний шинэ гутал ямар байна? B: ________!
The speaker is asking for an opinion on their new shoes.
You see a beautiful sunset.
You are complimenting the visual appearance of the sunset.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, it is gender-neutral. However, for men, 'Догь харагдаж байна' (You look cool/sharp) is also very common.
Yes, but use the formal 'Та' and perhaps 'Сайхан' instead of 'Гоё' for a more professional tone.
'Goyo' is more about being pretty or stylish. 'Saikhan' is broader, meaning beautiful, fine, or good in a deeper sense.
Absolutely! It's a great way to compliment a chef on the presentation of a dish.
Expressions liées
Сайхан харагдах
similarTo look beautiful/fine
Зохиж байна
builds onIt suits you
Ганган
specialized formStylish/Fancy
Догь
slangCool/Sharp
Үзэмжтэй
similarAesthetically pleasing
