好说

• Pinyin: hǎo shuō
• Hanzi breakdown: 好 = 女 + 子 (good); 说 = 言 (speech) + 兑 (exchange) — to speak/negotiate

Meaning

Easy to negotiate; no problem; of course. Indicates that a request or condition is acceptable and can be arranged.

A polite and reassuring response meaning 'that's manageable' or 'we can work that out.' Used in negotiations, service interactions, and social situations to signal flexibility and goodwill. Often appears as a standalone response.

Examples

1. 价格方面好说，我们可以再商量一下。 As for the price, that’s easy—we can talk it over some more.
2. 时间上好说，你定一个方便的时间就行。 The timing is easy—just pick a time that works for you.
3. 这点小事好说，交给我来办就行了。 It’s a small matter—no problem. Just leave it to me.

Usage Guide

Context: negotiation, service, polite response

Tone: reassuring

Do Say

• 费用问题好说，我们根据实际情况再调整。(The cost is negotiable — we'll adjust based on the actual situation.)
• 什么时候交货好说，你们先把需求确认好。(Delivery timing is flexible — confirm your requirements first.)

Don't Say

• 好说 in serious legal or contractual contexts — use 可以协商 or 可以商定 for formal negotiation language

Origin & History

好 (good) + 说 (speak; negotiate) — literally 'good to discuss,' implying easy agreement

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal