German · Greetings & Phrases
Gut
Good / Well
Beginneradjective
Definition
Used to indicate wellbeing or quality.
Example
Mir geht es gut, danke.
I'm doing well, thank you.
Etymology
'Gut' means 'good' and comes from the Old High German 'guot', which traces back to Proto-Germanic roots. It has long been utilized to describe quality or satisfaction.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gut' can be used in both spoken and written forms across all registers, expressing approval or state of affairs in formal and informal contexts.