Etymology Journal · G
Good for you!
Meaning
- A way to express genuine approval or congratulations for someone's achievement or decision. When said with a flat tone, it can sometimes be perceived as passive-aggressive, but is usually meant sincerely.
Approving, supportive
Used in a sentence
- You finally quit that stressful job? Good for you!
- I started running three miles a day. Good for you, that takes dedication.
- Good for you for standing up for yourself in that meeting.
The backstory
This is a common English idiomatic expression of encouragement. It evolved as a shorthand for saying it is good that this happened for you.
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