We’ve learned about the phrase “ainda bem” before, as it’s used as an interjection. But today we’re going to learn how to use it within a sentence.
The meaning is the same: this expression means “good thing” or “thank goodness” or “how fortunate that…” Let’s see it used in a sentence:
Ainda bem que ela não veio hoje. Tenho que limpar ainda! Good thing she didn’t come today. I still need to clean up!
Ainda bem que consegui terminar o projeto ontem! Good thing I managed to finish the project yesterday!
Ainda bem que está chegando o fim de semana! Thank goodness the weekend is nearly here!
Another great way to remember this expression is with a beautiful song from Vanessa da Mata entitled – you guessed it – Ainda Bem!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBCQ4EA5xnw
