好吗 (hǎoma) means 'is it good?' or 'how about it?' It is commonly used in conversations to check if someone agrees with a suggestion or to inquire about someone's well-being. This phrase is often used informally among friends and family.
HSK 1, 16 strokes, Hard
hǎoma(hao3ma5) T3
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May 27, 2026
好吗hǎoma(hao3ma5)
好吗 (hǎoma) means 'is it good?' or 'how about it?' It is commonly used in conversations to check if someone agrees with a suggestion or to inquire about someone's well-being. This phrase is often used informally among friends and family.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, asking 好吗 can reflect politeness and concern for others' opinions, making it a common way to engage in conversations and show consideration for friends and family.
Memory Tip
Imagine asking your friend if the food at a restaurant is good. You can visualize a thumbs-up emoji for '好' (hǎo - good) and a question mark for '吗' (ma - is it?). Together, they create a friendly inquiry.
About 好吗
好吗Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L1ElementaryHSKKL1CEFRA1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine asking your friend if the food at a restaurant is good. You can visualize a thumbs-up emoji for '好' (hǎo - good) and a question mark for '吗' (ma - is it?). Together, they create a friendly inquiry.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with your tone when using 好吗, as it can sound casual and may not be suitable for formal settings. It often appears at the end of a statement or suggestion, so ensure to use it in the right context to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As a beginner (HSK 1), focus on the pronunciation and context of 好吗. Practice using it in simple sentences to check if others agree or to offer suggestions, connecting it to other basic phrases you’ve learned, like 你好 (nǐ hǎo - hello).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, asking 好吗 can reflect politeness and concern for others' opinions, making it a common way to engage in conversations and show consideration for friends and family.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 好吗 in overly formal contexts. For example, saying '您好, 好吗?' (Nín hǎo, hǎoma?) is too casual; instead, use '您觉得怎么样?' (Nín juédé zěnme yàng?).
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Cultural Notes for 好吗
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, asking 好吗 can reflect politeness and concern for others' opinions, making it a common way to engage in conversations and show consideration for friends and family.
Frequently Asked Questions about 好吗
Use 好吗 at the end of suggestions or offers, like 'Let's go to the movies, 好吗?'.
好吗 is informal, so it's best used with friends or family rather than in professional settings.
Yes, you can use 好吗 to ask about someone's well-being, like 'How are you?'.
