Definition of good for (someone or something) 1 —used to express approval of someone "I passed the exam!" "Good for you!""He got the job." "Good for him!" 2 : resulting in something good or desirable for (someone or something) Regular exercise is good for you.
What does your good for it mean?
Definition of good for it informal. : able to pay back a loan Why won't you lend me the money? You know I'm good for it.
Is good for you a compliment?
The phrase is meant as an encouragement and a compliment. The Canadians say, "Good on you!"
What does it mean if someone says Good for you?
It can either mean "Congratulations!" and "That's great!", or as a word of praise. The phrase can also be used sarcastically, especially if delivered with an overly enthusiastic tone. Used to express approval of someone "I passed the exam!" "Good for you!" He got the job.
Is the phrase Good for you rude?
The US English phrase Good for you! is an informal way to say congratulations. Using Good for you! sarcastically would be very, very rude of course. You would know it is sarcasm from the unpleasant sound of the person's voice.