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That's not bad

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts nɒt bæd// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts nɑt bæd//

Meaning of That's not bad

A phrase indicating something is better than expected or acceptable.

In simple words: It's okay or good, not as bad as it sounds.

That's not bad in a sentence

• The movie was actually quite good, not what I expected — that's not bad!
• For a first attempt at painting, that's not bad at all.
• You got a B on the exam? That's not bad!

How to use That's not bad

Often used to express mild approval or surprise. It's informal but not overly casual, suitable in many contexts. Avoid in very formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone surprised by a dish, saying, 'that's not bad' as their stomach grumbles.

Related words

Collocations with That's not bad

• that's not bad for a start
• that's not bad at all
• that's not a bad idea

Synonyms for That's not bad

• it's okay
• not too shabby
• not great but fine
• acceptable

Opposites of That's not bad

• that's terrible
• that's awful
• that's disappointing

Common mistakes with That's not bad

• Used in overly serious contexts, make sure it's appropriate.
• Confuse with 'that's good' which is stronger approval.

Frequently asked questions about That's not bad

What does That's not bad mean?

It's okay or good, not as bad as it sounds.

What is the definition of That's not bad?

A phrase indicating something is better than expected or acceptable.

How do you use That's not bad in a sentence?

The movie was actually quite good, not what I expected — that's not bad!

Can you give another example of That's not bad?

For a first attempt at painting, that's not bad at all.

What are synonyms for That's not bad?

Common alternatives include it's okay, not too shabby, not great but fine, acceptable.

What is the opposite of That's not bad?

Opposite meanings include that's terrible, that's awful, that's disappointing.

What words go with That's not bad?

It commonly pairs with that's not bad for a start, that's not bad at all, that's not a bad idea.

What are common mistakes when using That's not bad?

Used in overly serious contexts, make sure it's appropriate. Confuse with 'that's good' which is stronger approval.

How do you pronounce That's not bad?

US: //ðæts nɑt bæd//, UK: //ðæts nɒt bæd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That's not bad?

Often used to express mild approval or surprise. It's informal but not overly casual, suitable in many contexts. Avoid in very formal settings.