Meaning
To express approval or positive judgment.
Cultural Background
Brazilians often use 'Isso é bom' to show they are engaged in the conversation. In Portugal, people might prefer 'É bom' without the 'Isso' for brevity. It is a safe, polite way to agree without committing to a strong opinion.
Nasal sounds
Practice the nasal 'om' in 'bom' by humming through your nose.
Gender agreement
Always check if you are describing a noun or using the neutral 'Isso'.
Meaning
To express approval or positive judgment.
Nasal sounds
Practice the nasal 'om' in 'bom' by humming through your nose.
Gender agreement
Always check if you are describing a noun or using the neutral 'Isso'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
O plano é excelente. ______ é bom.
Isso is the neutral pronoun for 'that'.
Which is correct?
Select the correct form.
Bom is the correct adjective.
Respond to: 'Vamos viajar amanhã.'
What do you say?
It expresses agreement.
Match the situation.
You hear good news.
Good news requires a positive response.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesO plano é excelente. ______ é bom.
Isso is the neutral pronoun for 'that'.
Select the correct form.
Bom is the correct adjective.
What do you say?
It expresses agreement.
You hear good news.
Good news requires a positive response.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, use 'Ele é bom' (He is good at something).
It is neutral and works everywhere.
Use 'Isso é ótimo'.
Because 'Isso' is a neutral pronoun.
Yes, it is very common.
Yes, it is standard Portuguese.
Related Phrases
Que bom
synonymHow good!
Isso é ótimo
builds onThat is great.
Isso é legal
synonymThat is cool.
