How to Say ‘That’s nice; that’s good’ in Japanese
いいですね
ii desu ne
[ee-ee dess neh]
🇯🇵 In Japan: [いいですね] is a safe, warm response when someone mentions a healthy habit or good news. It sounds supportive without being too strong or overfamiliar.
Phrase Breakdown
いい
ii
[ee-ee]
good; nice
A common adjective used to praise or agree with something.
早く寝るのはいいですね。
Going to bed early is good, isn't it?
です
desu
[dess]
is; polite copula
Polite form used to end sentences politely.
散歩は健康にいいです。
Walking is good for your health.
ね
ne
[neh]
isn't it?; right?
Sentence-ending particle that seeks agreement or adds warmth.
毎朝歩くのは気持ちいいですね。
Walking every morning feels nice, doesn't it?
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