(colloquial, mostly, North America) It's OK; it's not a big deal.
(colloquial, mostly, North America) It's OK; it's not a big deal.
You're good means: It's OK; it's not a big deal.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up. For most families this word will pass by without incident; it is more a vocabulary curiosity than a parenting concern.
you're good means: It's OK; it's not a big deal.. Register: neutral, standard English. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.
You're good means: It's OK; it's not a big deal.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up. For most families this word will pass by without incident; it is more a vocabulary curiosity than a parenting concern.
Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.
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(idiomatic, North America) To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.
(UK, AU, NZ, slang) Good; used to show approval or satisfaction.
(chiefly, US, informal) No, thank you: used when asked whether one wants or needs something, etc.
(idiomatic, colloquial, chiefly, _, US, AAVE) What's happening? How are you doing?.
(slang, originally, AAVE) Everything is all right; no problem; used to reassure someone.