good for

adjective
UK: /ɡʊd fɔː/
US: /ɡʊd fɔːr/

  1. Beneficial or suitable for something or someone.

    1. This medicine is good for your cold symptoms, helping you feel better soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is really good for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. [ ] [ ]

  2. Capable of doing something well or skilled at something.

    1. She is good for solving math problems quickly and accurately every time. [ ] [ ]
    2. He's not only skilled at coding, but also good for explaining complex concepts simply. [ ] [ ]

  3. Valid or acceptable for a certain period.

    1. This coupon is good for one free coffee at any location in the city. [ ] [ ]
    2. Your parking pass is good for the entire day so park anywhere you find a space. [ ] [ ]

  4. Kind or generous to someone.

    1. It was very good for him to help me carry my groceries to the car today. [ ] [ ]
    2. She's always been good for lending a helping hand and offering support to others. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

beneficial kind valid suitable generous competent skilled
good for verb

  1. To be sufficient to cover a certain amount, usually money.

    1. My bank account is good for the check I wrote last week at the store. [ ] [ ]
    2. Although a little short this month, my credit is good for a small emergency loan. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "good for" in English means: Beneficial or suitable for something or someone., Capable of doing something well or skilled at something., Valid or acceptable for a certain period., Kind or generous to someone..

The phonetic transcription of "good for" is /ɡʊd fɔː/ in British English and /ɡʊd fɔːr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "good for": beneficial, kind, valid, suitable, generous, competent, skilled.

Example usage of "good for": "This medicine is good for your cold symptoms, helping you feel better soon.". More examples on the page.