Meanings
Adjective (い)
1. good; excellent; fine; nice; pleasant; agreeable
also written 良い, 好い and 善い
2. sufficient; enough; ready; prepared
3. profitable (deal, business offer, etc.); beneficial
4. OK; all right; fine; no problem
as て(も)いい, と(も)いい, etc.; indicates permission or compromise
Pitch accent
Top 100
Examples (200 in total)
I want a peanut butter sandwich.
I think it's fine.
This is good.
Is it OK if I come in?
It's a nice day, isn't it?
That's okay.
You don't have to say it.
Ok! Thanks.
You don't need to be scared.
Don't get mad, OK?
Sure. It's next to the Plaza Department Store.
It's okay to cry.
Aah... being young is nice, isn't it?
You don't have to apologize.
Well okay, I'll help.
Can I say one thing?
I hope so.
Is it OK if I go?
If you don't want to go, you don't have to.
You can go now, sir.
You don't have to do it now.
You don't need to know that.
You don't have to come here.
Can I ask you something?
If you want to do it, you still can.
You can come, too.
She's really cool.
I just don't know what to say.
Is it OK to use this?
Do you mind if I wait here?
It seems to be a good house.
"Where do you want to go?" "Anywhere."
Well, OK. Continue.
Is it OK if I don't eat this?
Can I talk with you for a minute?
I'm better.
Is it OK if I go outside?
You don't need to worry anymore.
Hey, can I have that?
"May I come in?" "Yes, of course."
You can stop now.
How should I explain that to her?
I think it's pretty good.
He's a good fellow.
"Where should I sit?" "Anywhere is OK."
I think it's fine the way it is.
Find a good job.
I found a good place.
Can we change the subject?
May I ask a favor of you?
I wish I could go to Japan.
Could I try this on?
I do feel pretty good.
They're nice guys.
That's a good answer.
Just enjoy it.
"Can I ask you a question?" "No."
This is really cool, isn't it?
He is cool, isn't he?
The tomato soup tastes good.
This desk is good.
Do you have some good medicine?
Is it OK if I touch this?
Where can I hide?
Either day is fine.
I don't know what to say...
This kind of thing is good every once in a while.
You don't need to lie.
How much do I have to pay for it?
I like the company.
"Is she coming, too?" "I hope so."
What do you think I should say?
We don't need to do that today.
He will be a good teacher.
You can do whatever you want.
He is good-looking and smart.
I wish we could spend more time together.
He has a nice body.
You can go home now.
I don't know what to answer.
I don't know what to believe.
You can put it anywhere.
What should we do now?
I don't know where to put it in.
I wish that was true.
She has nice legs.
You may use it any time.
Is it OK if I drink all of this?
You can sleep here if you want.
I wish my voice was cuter.
I don't even know where to start.
You have good friends.
I'd like a room with a view of the sea.
Isn't it a lovely morning?
May I ask about your family?
No, thank you. I've had enough.
May I try it on again?
"May I go with you?" "By all means."
Is it OK if I go outside and play?
I wish I were a stone.
Can we stay just a bit longer?
A good idea occurred to me then.
May I use your car, Dad?
Don't buy that one. This one's better.
I can't come up with a good idea.
My mother wasn't a good mother.
Wait in the car, OK?
Let's not talk about money, OK?
I wish the rain would stop.
I hope war doesn't break out.
I don't know who to consult with.
I think you'll be a good father.
How can I explain this?
Now that school is over, you can go home.
I don't know what to do anymore.
You don't need to think about that now.
I wish he were here.
I'm not really sure what to do.
He didn't know what to say.
You may go anywhere you like.
I hope that she will get well soon.
I hope we'll see each other again sometime.
He doesn't know who he should ask.
I didn't know what to do next.
Please tell me where to go.
I think your work is very good.
He seems to be a nice fellow.
I hope he'll help us.
You don't have to listen to what he says.
That's great. Nobody gives me anything.
What should I do in that case?
I wish you could come with us.
You will be allowed to use this room tomorrow.
When should I come again?
I hope that she'll get well soon.
She is friendly to everybody.
Would you tell me when to get off?
You may stay here if you want to.
Tell me what to do.
Could I ask a favor of you?
I hope your mother gets well soon.
The best time of life is when you are young.
"Oh, that's a good idea," she said.
If you don't want to talk to me, you don't have to.
I wish I could live near your house.
Can we play now and study afterward?
Can I use this room freely?
Tell me which one to choose.
He got a nice job recently.
Can we tag along?
It smells great. What are you cooking?
You can take either road.
That's not a very good example.
You can stay here with us.
I wish he were here now.
You know that you can tell me if something's going on, right?
I wish I didn't have to go to work today.
What should they do in this situation?
The house is not in very good condition.
Not knowing what to say, he remained silent.
You can stay with us for the time being.
I hope we don't have to wait for too long.
I think this is the best way.
I hope she will get well.
"Do you mind if I use your phone?" "No, please go ahead."
It was a very good experience for him.
It would be best if I met him in person.
Not knowing what to do, we telephoned the police.
I may write a letter for you.
I found a good friend in him.
Can I take a look at the painting you bought yesterday?
May I ask you about something totally unrelated?
I just hope nothing goes wrong this time.
Not knowing what to do, I called her.
Would you mind waiting outside while I talk to him?
What do you think is best for you?
Tell me where to put these books.
My father told me where to go.
I like his new house, but I had not expected it to be so small.
As long as you keep quiet, you can stay in this room.
I asked my teacher what I should do next.
I've visited many countries, but I like Japan best of all.
She told me that I could use her room.
If I were in your position, I probably wouldn't know what to do.
Would that our father were here to help us.
I found it best to say nothing about the matter.
What should I do on my first date?
You may take either the big box or the small one.
But my mind tells my fingers what to do.
"May I use this telephone?" "Go ahead."
I can think of him as a very good friend, but I can't think of him as a lover.
"Sorry I couldn't do anything for you." "Don't worry about it. You being here for me is more than enough."
"I hate my voice." "Really? I think you have a nice and relaxed voice, though."
It doesn't matter what excuse he gives me, I can't forgive him.
If my brother were here, he would know what to do.
It was a very good day.
I think it's better that way.
Not knowing what to do, I did nothing.
I wish I had a cute little brother or a cool older brother.
Only three people thought it was a good idea.