Pas mal
Example: Ton dessin est pas mal pour un débutant.
Definition
"Pas mal" is a French expression used to indicate that something is quite good or satisfactory, often implying more than just 'not bad.' For example, in the phrase 'Ton dessin est pas mal pour un débutant,' it means the drawing is fairly good for a beginner.
Translations
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Not bad -
No está mal -
Niet slecht -
No està malament -
Gar nicht schlecht
Etymology
The phrase "Pas mal" literally translates to 'not bad' in English. It comes from the French words 'pas,' meaning 'not,' and 'mal,' meaning 'bad.' Over time, it has evolved into a common expression to convey moderate praise or approval, often used informally.
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