Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Mint

What does it mean?

Something excellent, cool, or in perfect condition.

Is it positive or negative?

Positive.

When do you use it?

Used to describe great things, people, or situations.

Examples

Example 1: That new car is mint!

Example 2: The concert was absolutely mint.

Question for you

What's something you'd describe as mint?

Are you looking for English speaking practice online?

Mint is quick, positive slang for something great. We can practise using it naturally in online lessons with a British native speaker. For another simple compliment, see brilliant. Find out more here.