Personality - Nice

Explore English idioms that relate to being nice, including "down to earth" and "good egg".

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(as) regular as clockwork

[phrase]

used to describe a person who always manages to arrive or get things done at the agreed or proper time

Ex: One thing I loved about living in Germany was that the trains were always regular as clockwork.

sweetness and light

[phrase]

a person who is innocent, kind, and agreeable

Ex: The book club discussion was a true embodiment of sweetness and light, as everyone shared their thoughts respectfully and focused on the positive aspects of the novel.

to suffer fools (gladly)

[phrase]

to treat stupid or annoying people with kindness and patience

Ex: The renowned chef demanded excellence in his kitchen and would not suffer fools who couldn't keep up with the fast-paced environment.

one's heart is in the right place

[sentence]

having good intentions, even if the results are not perfect

Ex: Even though he didn’t solve the issue, his heart was in the right place.

to not hurt a fly

[phrase]

to refrain from doing anything that would harm or threaten the life of any person or animal

Ex: The children were playing peacefully in the garden.They were so innocent and wouldn't harm a fly.

to hide one's light under a bushel

[phrase]

to keep one's talents or abilities hidden from others, particularly due to one's modesty

Ex: She is such a talented artist but always hides her light under a bushel, rarely showcasing her work to others.

Good Samaritan

[noun]

a sympathetic person who tries to help those who are in trouble or in desperate need of help

Ex: She acted as a Good Samaritan by administering first aid to the injured hiker until help arrived.

good egg

[noun]

someone who is genuinely a good person

Ex: Tom is a real good egg; he never hesitates to lend a hand to those in need .

down to earth

[phrase]

(of a person) not showing pretentious behavior

Ex: The politician's down-to-earth demeanor resonates with voters, as they feel he genuinely understands their concerns.

(as) sweet as (a) pie

[phrase]

used to describe someone who is very friendly and sympathetic

Ex: Whenever we gather for family dinners, Aunt Jane bakes delicious desserts and is as sweet as pie to everyone.

(as) pure as the driven snow

[phrase]

used to describe someone who is completely innocent and does not have any moral flaws

Ex: The child's innocence and honesty were as pure as the driven snow.

(as) good as gold

[phrase]

used to describe a very well-behaved and obedient individual, especially a child

Ex: The children were as good as gold, waiting patiently at the entrance.

(as) gentle as a lamb

[phrase]

used to describe an individual who behaves in a very kind and gentle way

Ex: The nurse was gentle as a lamb while caring for the elderly patients.

diamond in the rough

[phrase]

someone who is much nicer and friendlier than they first appear

Ex: Mark's rough demeanor masked a diamond in the rough, as he showed an unexpected friendliness and willingness to lend a listening ear.

man of few words

[phrase]

someone who avoids talking much and manages to convey their message in the most concise way possible

Ex: The CEO is a man of few words, always focused and to the point.

shrinking violet

[noun]

a very shy or modest individual who tries not to attract others' attention

Ex: The shrinking violet in our class surprised everyone with her performance in the talent show .

(as) nice as pie

[phrase]

used to describe a person who is surprisingly friendly and kind

Ex: The teacher was always sweet as pie, treating each student with respect and creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.

Personality
Unpleasant Traits	Unappealing Characteristics	Pretentious	Talkative
Unintelligent	Skilled & Smart	Strong & Confident	Honest
Nice	Lively & Energetic	Proud & Arrogant	Senseless or Awkward

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