bona
Bona (adjective) means Good. (dated slang). Example: “That's a right bona bit of luck.”
How to use bona
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old-fashioned slang word meaning "good."
Mostly seen in older British slang (e.g. Polari) rather than everyday modern speech.
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more bona comparative, more bona comparative, most bona superlative, most bona superlative
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Etymology
From Mediterranean Lingua Franca (Sabir) bona ("good"), ultimately from Latin bonus, the same root that gives English "bonus" and "bon" in "bon voyage."
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What does “bona” mean?
The word “bona” means good. (dated slang). In plain terms, an old-fashioned slang word meaning "good.".
How do you pronounce “bona”?
“Bona” is pronounced BOH-nuh (/ˈbəʊnə/ in IPA).
How do you use “bona” in a sentence?
Here is “bona” used in a sentence: “That's a right bona bit of luck.”
What is the opposite of “bona”?
The opposite of “bona” — its antonyms — are cod and bad.
What part of speech is “bona”?
Depending on how it is used, “bona” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Where does the word “bona” come from?
The word “bona” comes from Latin. From Mediterranean Lingua Franca (Sabir) bona ("good"), ultimately from Latin bonus, the same root that gives English "bonus" and "bon" in "bon voyage.".
Is “bona” a common word?
“Bona” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bona” have?
“Bona” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: good. (dated slang).