Usage of 幸好
The word 幸好 (xìnghǎo) is used to express relief or gratitude that something turned out well or better than expected. It often introduces a positive outcome that prevents a negative consequence.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used in spoken and written Mandarin to highlight fortunate circumstances, especially after describing a potential problem or risk.
Typical Collocations
- 幸好 + clause: to indicate 'fortunately' or 'luckily' something happened.
- 幸好 + subject + verb: emphasizes the subject's timely or beneficial action.
Nuance and Register
This word carries a tone of relief and is neutral in formality, suitable for everyday conversation and formal contexts alike.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 幸好 with 可能 (kěnéng, 'possibly') or 也许 (yěxǔ, 'maybe'), which express uncertainty rather than relief about an outcome.