Buen (en. Good)

/bwen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It is used to qualify something as favorable or desirable.
This is a good book.
Este es un buen libro.
Indicates that a person is noble or kind-hearted.
He is a good friend.
Es un buen amigo.
Refers to something that is in good condition or functioning properly.
My car is in good condition.
Mi coche está en buen estado.

Etymology

From Latin 'bonus', which means good or favorable.

Common Phrases and Expressions

enjoy your meal
I wish you enjoy your food.
buen provecho
good night
Greetings when saying goodbye in the evening.
buenas noches
good weather
Pleasant atmospheric conditions.
buen clima

Related Words

goodness
Quality of being good.
bondad
excessive positivity
Excessively positive attitude towards things.
buenismo
benevolence
Willingness to do good.
benevolencia

Slang Meanings

Something that is excellent.
That movie was excellent.
Esa película fue buenísima.
A good opportunity.
This job is a good one.
Este trabajo es una buena.