Very well Meaning in English
expression
ˈvɛɹi/ /ˈwɛɫ
VAIR-ee WEL
vˈɛɹi/ /wˈɛl
VEH-ree WEL
Definition
Used to say that something is done in an excellent way, or to express agreement or acceptance politely.
Usage & Nuances
Frequently used both to praise someone's actions and as a polite response or agreement, especially in formal or semi-formal situations. Less common in American English as a standalone response. Can sound old-fashioned or formal when used alone as 'Very well.'
Spanish: muy bienPortuguese (BR): muito bemPortuguese (PT): muito bemChinese (Simplified): 非常好Chinese (Traditional): 非常好Hindi: बहुत अच्छाArabic: جيد جدًاBengali: খুব ভালো - বেশ ভালোভাবেRussian: очень хорошоJapanese: とてもよく - よろしい（承諾の意味で）Vietnamese: rất tốt - rất giỏiKorean: 아주 잘 - 매우 잘Turkish: çok iyiUrdu: بہت اچھی طرح - بہت اچھاIndonesian: sangat baik - sangat bagus
Example Sentences
You did very well on your exam.
basic
I can swim very well.
basic
She speaks English very well.
basic
If you can't come, very well, I'll go alone.
natural
"Can I leave early today?" "Very well, but finish your work first."
natural
She could very well be wrong about that.
natural