tant mieux

== English == === Etymology === From French tant mieux. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /tɒn mjɜː/ === Interjection === tant mieux It's a good thing; so much the better; fortunately; used to express that a chance happening is favorable. == French == === Etymology === Literally, “so much the better”. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /tɑ̃ mjø/ === Interjection === tant mieux It's a good thing; fortunately; used to express that a chance happening is favorable Antonyms: tant pis, dommage L’effet du remède a été rapide, tant mieux. ― The remedy's effect was rapid, thankfully. S’il se conduit sagement, tant mieux pour lui. ― If he behaves well, all the better for him. Il est parti ? Tant mieux ! ― He's left? Great! Tant mieux pour toi ! ― That's great for you! Tant mieux pour eux ! ― Bully for them! ==== Usage notes ==== Often used ironically. ==== See also ==== grand bien te fasse, grand bien lui fasse, grand bien vous fasse, grand bien leur fasse