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Hello there, English learner! 👋
Great question about “good” and “well.” These two words often confuse learners (and even native speakers!) because they’re closely related—but they are used differently depending on whether you’re describing a thing or an action.
Let’s break down when to use “good” and when to use “well” so you can feel confident using both! ✅
🗝️ Quick Summary
📚 1. Good – Adjective (Describes Nouns)
✅ Use “good” to describe:
🗣️ Examples:
🧠 “Good” answers the question: What kind of ___ is it?
📚 2. Well – Adverb (Describes Verbs)
✅ Use “well” to describe how someone does something.
🗣️ Examples:
🧠 “Well” answers the question: How does someone do it?
⚠️ Exception: “Well” Can Also Be an Adjective for Health
Sometimes, “well” acts as an adjective—especially when talking about health!
🗣️ Examples:
But don’t say:
❌ I feel good if you’re talking about physical health
✅ I feel well (formal/standard usage)
🎯 However, “I feel good” is okay in casual speech when talking about mood:
🔁 Side-by-Side Comparison
📝 Practice Time: Choose good or well
✅ Answers:
💡 Learning Tip:
Pro Tip:
🎯 Try this trick:
✏️ If you’re answering “how?” → use well
✏️ If you’re answering “what kind?” → use good