Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
看好()kànhǎo(kan4hao3)
看好 (kàn hǎo) means to be optimistic about something or to have a favorable view of a situation or outcome. It is commonly used in contexts such as financial markets, business decisions, or personal relationships to express confidence in a positive result.
Frequency#6296DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, being 看好 towards a project or investment can influence decisions and gather support from others, highlighting the importance of collective optimism in group dynamics.
Memory Tip
Imagine looking through a pair of glasses (看) that allow you to see the bright side (好) of things, giving you a clear and optimistic perspective on the future. The character’s components suggest clarity and positivity.
Meanings of 看好
kànhǎo(kan4hao3)
1optimistic (about the outcome)
2bullish
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 看好
看好Simplified
Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
Podcast: 看好
Podcast: 看好
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 看好
Quick Contrast
看重 (kàn zhòng) vs 看好 (kàn hǎo): use 看重 when emphasizing the importance of something rather than expressing optimism about its outcome.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine looking through a pair of glasses (看) that allow you to see the bright side (好) of things, giving you a clear and optimistic perspective on the future. The character’s components suggest clarity and positivity.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 看好 with just 好, which means 'good' without the optimistic nuance. It is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about investments or opportunities. Common collocations include '看好市场' (bullish about the market).
HSK Study Tips
Although 看好 is not officially an HSK word, learners at HSK 4 and up should focus on its usage in business and finance discussions, connecting it to words like '投资' (investment) and '前景' (prospects).
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, being 看好 towards a project or investment can influence decisions and gather support from others, highlighting the importance of collective optimism in group dynamics.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 看好 by saying '看好的' when they mean to express a future action, which can be incorrect. The correct form should maintain its optimistic meaning without unnecessary grammatical changes.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 看好
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 看好 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 看好 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Cultural Notes for 看好
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese business culture, being 看好 towards a project or investment can influence decisions and gather support from others, highlighting the importance of collective optimism in group dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions about 看好
Yes, it can be used informally to express optimism about personal situations, like a relationship or a job prospect.
Yes, it carries a positive connotation, but be aware that overly optimistic views can sometimes be seen as unrealistic.
You can say, '我对这个项目很看好' (I am very optimistic about this project).
