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がいい

Verb (dictionary form) + がいいNoun + がいいAdjective (い-form) + がいい?

Meanings

  • You should
  • It would be good to
  • Best to

About this pattern

Explanation

がいい expresses a strong suggestion or recommendation. It is used to tell someone what would be a good or suitable action in a given situation. It has a somewhat direct or authoritative nuance, often used in advice or instructions, and can sound a touch old-fashioned or formal in speech. Do not confuse with ほうがいい, which is more common in everyday polite advice; がいい can be more emphatic or literary depending on context. Typical contexts include giving opinions on what someone should do, what would be beneficial, or what choice is preferable in a situation.

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Example sentences

早く寝るがいい。

You should go to bed early.

医者に相談するがいい。

You should consult a doctor.

今日は早く帰るがいい。

It would be good to go home early today.

もし困っていれば、助けを求めるがいい。

If you're in trouble, you should ask for help.