正好

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zhèng hǎo
Meaning: Just right
Example
他刚好在门口遇到了我。
zhèng hǎo

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正好 (zhèng hǎo) meaning in English
zhēnghǎo

正好 means 'just right' or 'exactly,' indicating that something is perfectly suited to a situation or meets expectations. It often conveys a sense of coincidence or ideal timing.

The character 正 (zhèng) originally meant 'correct' or 'straight,' and 好 (hǎo) means 'good' or 'well.' Together, they form a phrase that suggests something is in the right state or condition.

正好 is commonly used in daily conversation to express satisfaction with a situation or timing. It can also imply that something happens exactly when needed, which is culturally significant in Chinese philosophy emphasizing harmony and balance.

💬 Example Sentences

他刚好在门口遇到了我。
zhèng hǎo
He just happened to meet me at the door.
这个时间正好适合开始旅行。
zhèng hǎo
This time is just right for starting the trip.

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