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Grammar fix

good condition

well maintained

Something that is in good condition is clean, works well, and has been looked after properly.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • The second-hand laptop I bought is still in good condition.daily life
  • If I buy a used car, I always check that it's in good condition before making a decision.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: in good condition

WrongThe bike is in a good condition.

RightThe bike is in good condition.

Usually no 'a' — 'in good condition' (though 'in a good state' does take 'a').

Patternin good condition

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The car has been very well preserved and maintained.

Natural The car's in good condition.

'In good condition' is the standard phrase, especially for selling; the paraphrase is wordy.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • in good condition
    inkeepexcellentperfect

Don't confuse it

Do not confuse with 'bad condition', which means something is damaged or not working well.

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