English Expression · Intermediate
common good
The general interest of the population as a whole
Pronunciation: say common good
Meaning
The general interest of the population as a whole.
Example
The government must act in the interest of the common good.
The government must act in the interest of the common good.
Practice tips
- Practice common good out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.