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In good hands
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01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
Being looked after or managed by someone capable and attentive.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- Your bicycle is in good hands with our experienced repairer.
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
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Your bicycle is ________ with our experienced repairer.
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In good hands — Being looked after or managed by someone capable and attentive.
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Being looked after or managed by someone capable and attentive.
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When to use it
Use it to reassure someone that a person, task or possession is receiving competent care. It suits everyday and workplace conversation.
More examples in context
- The event is in good hands now that the regular coordinator has returned.
- We left the garden in good hands while we were away.
Usage note
“In safe hands” is a variation. The phrase expresses confidence in the person responsible; it is not a promise that nothing can ever go wrong.
A short conversation
A: Are you worried about leaving the exhibition setup?
B: No, it is in good hands. The team has organised three exhibitions before.
A: Then we can focus on welcoming visitors.
One more practice question
What does “Your project is in good hands” suggest?
A. Capable people are managing it with care.
B. Nobody is taking responsibility for it.
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A. The expression reassures the listener about competent care or management.
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Meaning and usage checked against Cambridge Dictionary. Explanations, examples and conversation are original.