A2 adverb Informal 1 min read

好好儿

haohaor /xɑo xɑo r/
Practice it

Use '好好儿' to advise someone to do something methodically and with proper attention.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Do things properly and carefully.
  • Emphasizes a methodical and attentive approach.
  • Common in everyday instructions and advice.

Overview

好好儿，作为现代汉语中的一个常用副词，主要用来修饰动词，表示动作执行得“规规矩矩”、“认真仔细”或“有条理”。它带有一定的强调意味，说明某事不是随意草率的，而是经过了应有的注意和安排。这个词语在口语中尤为常见，能够生动地传达说话人对做事方式的要求或评价。

好好儿通常放在动词前面，构成“好好儿+动词”的结构。例如，“好好儿学习”、“好好儿吃饭”、“好好儿休息”。它也可以独立使用，作为对某种行为方式的总体要求，比如在对孩子说“你要好好儿的！”。在某些语境下，它也可以放在句末，表示一种建议或命令的语气，但这种情况相对较少。

这个词语经常出现在日常生活的各个方面。父母会用它来教育孩子：“要好好儿写作业，不要马虎。”；长辈会叮嘱晚辈：“在外工作要注意身体，好好儿吃饭。”；朋友之间也会互相提醒：“这次考试很重要，大家都要好好儿准备。”。它也用于描述一些需要细心和耐心的活动，比如“好好儿打扫房间”、“好好儿保养这件衣服”。

与“认真”（rènzhēn）相比，“好好儿”更侧重于过程的规范和条理，而“认真”则更强调投入的态度和专注的精神。“好好儿”带有一种“按部就班”、“规规矩矩”的意味，而“认真”则更强调“一丝不苟”、“专心致志”。例如，“好好儿吃饭”强调定时定量、有规律地吃，而“认真吃饭”则可能指吃饭时专心致志，不受外界干扰。“仔细”（zǐxì）与“好好儿”的侧重点也不同，“仔细”强调不放过细节，检查周全，而“好好儿”则更强调过程的完整和方法得当。

Examples

1

孩子们，快去洗手，然后好好儿吃饭。

everyday

Children, wash your hands quickly, and then eat properly.

2

这次的项目很重要，大家一定要好好儿完成。

workplace

This project is very important; everyone must complete it carefully.

3

别老玩手机，有空多陪陪老人，好好儿聊聊天。

informal

Don't always play on your phone; spend more time with the elderly when you have time, and chat with them properly.

4

请您把这份报告好好儿检查一遍，确保没有错误。

semi-formal

Please check this report carefully to ensure there are no errors.

Common Collocations

好好儿学习 study diligently/properly
好好儿工作 work conscientiously/carefully
好好儿休息 rest well/properly
好好儿说话 speak politely/properly
好好儿地 properly; well (often used at the end of a sentence)

Common Phrases

好好儿地过日子

live a good/proper life

别急，慢慢来，好好儿做

Don't rush, take your time, do it properly.

Often Confused With

好好儿 vs 好好

'好好' is the base form, often used in writing. '好好儿' is the colloquial, often spoken form with the '儿' suffix, sounding more casual and sometimes more emphatic in its instruction.

好好儿 vs 认真

'认真' (rènzhēn) means 'serious' or 'conscientious', focusing more on the mental attitude and focus. '好好儿' emphasizes the methodical execution and proper way of doing things.

Grammar Patterns

好好儿 + 动词 (e.g., 好好儿 + 学习) 动词 + 好好儿地 (less common, e.g., 学习得好好儿地) 好好儿地 + 动词 (e.g., 好好儿地 + 吃饭)

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The '儿' (er) suffix often indicates a colloquial and informal tone. While '好好儿' is widely understood, its usage is primarily in spoken Chinese or informal written contexts. In formal settings, '好好' might be preferred.

Common Mistakes

Using '好好儿' in very formal written documents can sound inappropriate. Also, ensure it modifies an action verb; it's not typically used to describe states or qualities directly without a verb.

Tips

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Focus on the Process

Remember '好好儿' emphasizes the *way* something is done, not just the outcome. Think 'methodically' or 'in an orderly fashion'.

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Avoid in Formal Writing

While common in speech, '好好儿' with the '儿' sound is generally considered informal and might sound out of place in formal written documents.

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Parental Guidance Tone

This word is frequently used by parents or elders when instructing children, carrying a tone of care and expectation for proper behavior.

Word Origin

The word '好好' itself means 'good' or 'well'. The addition of the '儿' (er) suffix is a common feature in Mandarin, particularly in northern dialects, often softening the tone or indicating a diminutive or colloquial usage. It reinforces the adverbial function and adds a layer of familiarity.

Cultural Context

The concept of doing things 'properly' or 'carefully' is valued in many cultures, including Chinese culture. '好好儿' encapsulates this idea in a common, accessible way, often used in educational contexts to instill good habits.

Memory Tip

Think of 'Hao Hao Er' as 'Good Good Child' being told to do something 'properly' or 'carefully' by a parent.

Frequently Asked Questions

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“好好儿”通常在口语中使用，带有儿化音，语气更亲切、随意一些。“好好”则更书面化，也更通用，两者在意思上基本相同，都表示“认真”、“规矩地”。

可以。当单独使用时，它通常是对听话人的一种要求或建议，表示“要规矩”、“要认真”、“要照顾好自己”等意思，常用于对孩子或亲近的人说话。

“好好儿”非常适合用在日常口语交流中，尤其是在给予指导、建议或表达关心的时候。它不太适合用在非常正式的书面语或严肃的场合。

它可以修饰几乎所有表示动作的动词，无论是具体的动作（如“吃饭”、“睡觉”）还是抽象的动作（如“学习”、“工作”、“休息”），只要你想强调这个动作需要做得规矩、认真、有条理。

Test Yourself

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你一定要______学习，这样才能取得好成绩。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 好好儿

空格处需要一个副词来修饰“学习”，表示要认真、规矩地学习。‘好好儿’最符合这个语境。

multiple choice

哪句话最适合用来提醒别人要注意休息？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 你得好好儿休息。

‘好好儿休息’表示要充分、有规律地休息，符合提醒别人注意休息的语境。

sentence building

请将下列词语组成一个通顺的句子：爸爸，要，好好儿，吃饭

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 爸爸要好好儿吃饭。

这是一个完整的句子，表达了‘爸爸需要认真、按时吃饭’的意思。

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