Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Bueno: good
bueno
Pronunciation: BWEH-noh (stress the capital letters)
Bueno means “good” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: good
- How to say it: BWEH-noh
- Forms: bueno, buena, buenos, buenas
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “bueno” means and how to use it
Bueno means “good.” It shortens to “buen” before a masculine singular noun: un buen día.
Forms of “bueno”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | bueno | buenos |
| Feminine | buena | buenas |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Es un buen restaurante.It is a good restaurant.
- La comida está muy buena.The food is very good.
- Mis padres son buenas personas.My parents are good people.
Usage tip
Bueno becomes buen before a masculine noun (un buen amigo) but stays bueno after it (un amigo bueno). The comparative is “mejor” (better), not “más bueno.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “good” in Spanish?
“good” in Spanish is “bueno.” It is pronounced BWEH-noh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “bueno”?
Say BWEH-noh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “bueno” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “bueno,” “buena,” “buenos,” and “buenas.”
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