ENGLISH
REFERENCE

good for sb/sth

idiom
Meaning

Means something is healthy or has a positive effect on a person or thing.


Examples
SIMPLE

Eating fresh fruit is good for you.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor told him that taking a daily walk would be good for his heart health.

COMPLEX

While the initial transition period was difficult, the manager believed the new policy would ultimately be good for the company and its employees.

Last updated April 22, 2026