Well Meaning in English
word
/ˈwɛɫ/
wel
/wˈɛl/
wel
Definition
Used to express that something is done in a good or satisfactory way. Also refers to a deep hole in the ground where water is found.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used as an adverb. Frequently appears in phrases like 'to feel well' (healthy) or 'do well' (succeed). Can be a noun meaning a water source. Avoid confusing with 'good' which is an adjective.
Spanish: bien - pozo (de agua)Portuguese (BR): bem - poço (de água)Portuguese (PT): bem - poço (de água)Chinese (Simplified): 好 - 井Chinese (Traditional): 好 - 井Hindi: अच्छा - कुआँArabic: جيد - بئرBengali: ভালভাবে - কূপ (জলকূপ)Russian: хорошо - колодецJapanese: うまく - 井戸Vietnamese: tốt - giếngKorean: 잘 - 우물Turkish: iyi - kuyuUrdu: اچھی طرح سے - کنواںIndonesian: dengan baik - sumur
Example Sentences
She speaks English very well.
basic
I feel well today after resting.
basic
They drew water from the well.
basic
Well, I didn’t expect that to happen!
natural
He doesn’t really feel well, but he’s still working.
natural
If you do your job well, you’ll get a bonus.
natural