Is so far so good an idiom?
Well, so far, so good. This idiom was first recorded in James Kelly’s Scottish Proverbs (1721), where it is defined: “So far, so good. So much is done to good purpose.”
What is the meaning of the idiom so far?
phrase. If you tell or ask someone what has happened so far, you are telling or asking them what has happened up until the present point in a situation or story, and often implying that something different might happen later. It’s been quiet so far. So far, they have met with no success.
How do you use so far so good in a sentence?
Example sentences — “How’s your new car running?’ “So far, so good.” — “Do you like being a lawyer?” “It’s a lot of work but so far, so good.” — It’s been so far, so good with the babysitter and I hope it stays that way.
How do you reply so far so good?
It literally means “good so far”, but context is key here: if you’d normally expect an unreservedly positive response, then “so far, so good” can be interpreted negatively. For example, when I get in the elevator at lunchtime and ask a co-worker how it’s going, the default polite response is “Fine”.
What’s a word for very good?
Superb, outstanding, and terrific are synonyms for very good.
What does have it so good mean?
: to be in a favorable position or situation There’s no reason for her to be so unhappy. She really has it (pretty) good. He’s never had it so good.
How are you reply in different ways?
50 ways to respond to the question “how are you”.
- I’m good.
- I’m fine.
- Pretty good.
- I’m well.
- I’m OK.
- Not too bad.
- Just the same old same old.
- Yeah, all right.
How do you say it’s really good?
Ways to Say Very Good
- Perfect!
- Super!
- Exactly rights.
- Fantastic.
- Fine!
- Great!
- Congratulations!
- Wonderful.
Is it correct to say very good?
‘very good’ is an adjective. So you can have, ‘John is a very good boy who he speaks English very well. ‘
What does have pretty good mean?
Definition of have it good : to be in a favorable position or situation There’s no reason for her to be so unhappy. She really has it (pretty) good.
How do you compliment a guy?
Pick phrases such as:
- I know they say that a smile is contagious, but around you, that is certainly the case.
- You make me feel safe around you.
- I love the respect you have not only for me but for other people.
- You are always so happy, positive, and upbeat!
- Just the sound of your voice makes me feel safe.
What is the reply of I Love U?
Alternative Responses To I Love You. I love you way more. Thank you for loving me. I am so obsessed with you.
What are some positive idioms?
Top English idioms for staying positive
- Keep your chin up.
- There is light at the end of the tunnel/ The end is in sight.
- Hang on in there.
- Look on the bright side.
- Every cloud has a silver lining.
- When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
- When one door closes, another one opens.