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Joie (en. Joy)

/ʒwa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Feeling of intense pleasure.

The joy of a child receiving a gift is contagious.

La joie d'un enfant qui reçoit un cadeau est contagieuse.

A state of mind characterized by vivid happiness.

She was filled with joy at the thought of seeing her family again.

Elle était remplie de joie à l'idée de revoir sa famille.

Celebration or festive event.

Tonight's party will be full of joy.

La fête de ce soir sera pleine de joie.

Etymology

From Latin 'gaudia', meaning 'pleasure' or 'happiness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

joy of living

Enthusiasm and appreciation for life.

joie de vivre

to cry with joy

To experience such a strong emotion that it brings tears.

pleurer de joie

to share one's joy

To involve others in one's happiness.

partager sa joie

to burst with joy

To express intense joy in a very visible way.

exploser de joie

supreme joy

Extreme or ideal happiness.

joie suprême

Related Words

joyful

One who manifests a state of joy.

joyeux

joy of bread

A simple and sincere joy.

joie de pane

joyfully

In a joyful manner.

joyeusement

enjoyment

Sensation of intense pleasure, often associated with happiness.

jouissance

joviality

Joyful character, joke.

joyeuseté

Slang Meanings

Kiff

I had an amazing kiff at the party.

J'ai eu un kiff incroyable à la fête.

The potato

Today, I'm on fire, I'm so joyful!

Aujourd'hui, j'ai la patate, je suis tellement joyeux !

Too good

This news is too good, I am full of joy!

Cette nouvelle est trop bien, je suis en joie !