good on someone
The phrase "good on someone" is an idiomatic expression used primarily in Australia and New Zealand to convey approval or commendation.
🇺🇸 US Voice:
🇬🇧 UK Voice:
Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)Used to express approval or admiration for someone's actions or achievements.
Example
- You finished the marathon? Good on you!
- Good on her for standing up for what she believes in.
B2Regional
(informal, idiomatic, regional)Used to express thanks or appreciation, particularly in Australia and New Zealand.
Example
- Good on you for helping me with my project.
- Good on him for bringing the snacks.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "good on someone":
good for someonefor someonedo someone proudon someone's handson someone's backgood likinghave nothing on someoneon someone's accounton someone's ass