The test results were so-so.
この店の料理はまあまあおいしい。
The food at this restaurant is passably good.
now, now; there, there
Interjection used to soothe or calm someone, often repeated gently.
まあまあ、そんなに怒らないで。
Now, now, don't be so angry.
Interjection expressing mild surprise or wonder; often associated with female speech.
まあまあ、それはすごいわね。
My, my, that's amazing.
Today's test results were so-so.
Now, now, don't get so angry.
I managed to graduate with decent-enough grades.
The food at this restaurant is fairly good.