The word “Ainda” is an adverb and it means “still”
. “Bem” means “well”. But today we’re going to learn how to use “Ainda bem” within a sentence.
This expression means “good
thing” or “thank
goodness” or “how fortunate that…”
Examples:
·
Ainda bem
que o chefe não veio hoje. Tenho que terminar o projeto ainda!
Good thing the boss didn’t come today. I still need to finish the project!
·
Ainda bem
que consegui terminar o projeto ontem!
Good thing I managed to finish the project yesterday!
·
Ainda bem
que está chegando o fim de semana! (Br)
·
Ainda bem
que está a chegar o fim de semana! (Pt)
Thank goodness the weekend is nearly here!
BOM FIM DE SEMANA!!!
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