In good hands Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz
in GUD HANDZ
ˈɪn/ /ɡˈʊd/ /hˈændz
in guud HANDZ
Definition
If someone or something is "in good hands," it means they are being looked after or cared for by someone who is competent and trustworthy.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used to reassure someone about care, safety, or responsibility. Good for formal and informal contexts. Often paired with "your" (e.g., "You're in good hands"). Can be used for people, pets, projects, etc.
Spanish: en buenas manosPortuguese (BR): em boas mãosPortuguese (PT): em boas mãosChinese (Simplified): 在好手中 - 获得妥善照料Chinese (Traditional): 在好手中 - 獲得妥善照料Hindi: अच्छे हाथों मेंArabic: في أيدٍ أمينةBengali: ভালো হাতে - নিরাপদ হাতেRussian: в надёжных рукахJapanese: 安心できる手にVietnamese: được chăm sóc tốt - được giao cho người có trách nhiệmKorean: 믿을 만한 손에 - 안전한 손에Turkish: emin ellerdeUrdu: اچھے ہاتھوں میںIndonesian: di tangan yang baik
Example Sentences
Your dog will be in good hands while you are on vacation.
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Don't worry, your project is in good hands with our team.
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She feels safe knowing her children are in good hands at school.
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You can relax—you're in good hands here.
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After meeting the doctor, I knew I was in good hands.
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Leave it to Jake—he’ll make sure it’s in good hands.
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