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    Jouissant (en. Enjoying)

    /ʒwazɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is in the process of enjoying, who is experiencing intense pleasure.
    He was enjoying while listening to his favorite song.
    Il était jouissant en écoutant sa chanson préférée.
    That provides pleasure.
    This activity is enjoyable for art lovers.
    Cette activité est jouissante pour les amateurs d'art.
    Referring to a state of joy or contentment.
    She had a joyful smile after passing her exam.
    Elle avait un sourire jouissant après avoir réussi son examen.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb jouir, from the Latin 'frui' meaning to enjoy or to benefit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    enjoying fully
    To experience great pleasure.
    jouissant à plein
    to do something enjoyable
    To accomplish a task or activity that brings pleasure.
    faire quelque chose de jouissant
    enjoyable moments
    Moments filled with pleasure or satisfaction.
    moments jouissants

    Related Words

    enjoyment
    State of intense pleasure or happiness.
    jouissance
    to enjoy
    To feel pleasure or to take advantage of something.
    jouir
    pleasure
    State of satisfaction or well-being.
    plaisir

    Slang Meanings

    To give oneself fully to a pleasurable experience.
    That concert was enjoyable, I really loved it!
    Ce concert était jouissant, j'ai vraiment kiffé!
    To express great satisfaction.
    This place is enjoyable, everyone is celebrating there!
    Cet endroit est jouissant, tout le monde y célèbre!