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    Expressing "not bad" with 不错 (búcuò)

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    Subject + 不错 / 还 + 不错

    Explanation

    不错 (búcuò) is an adjective meaning "not bad," "pretty good," or "decent." Despite its literal meaning of "not wrong," it is used as a positive evaluation to express approval or satisfaction. It is a common and versatile compliment in everyday Chinese conversation.

    Examples

    • 这家新开的火锅店味道不错。

      Zhè jiā xīn kāi de huǒguō diàn wèidào búcuò.

      This newly opened hot pot restaurant tastes pretty good.

    • 你的中文说得真不错！

      Nǐ de Zhōngwén shuō de zhēn búcuò!

      Your Chinese is really good!

    • 今天的天气不错，我们出去走走吧。

      Jīntiān de tiānqì búcuò, wǒmen chūqù zǒuzǒu ba.

      The weather is nice today, let's go for a walk.

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