Joyeux (en. Happy)

/ʒwa.jø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who shows joy.
The children were joyful at the party.
Les enfants étaient joyeux lors de la fête.
Who is full of cheer.
She has a joyful smile that lights up the room.
Elle a un sourire joyeux qui illumine la pièce.
Describes an atmosphere or event that evokes joy.
The atmosphere at this wedding was truly joyful.
L'ambiance à ce mariage était vraiment joyeuse.

Etymology

From Old French 'joieux', derived from Latin 'jocuosus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Happy birthday
Expression used to wish someone a happy birthday.
Joyeux anniversaire
Merry Christmas
Expression used to wish someone a Merry Christmas.
Joyeux Noël
Joyful return
A welcome wish for someone who is returning.
Joyeux retour

Related Words

joy
Feeling of pleasure or happiness.
joie
joyfully
In a joyful manner.
joyeusement
Merry Christmas
Wish for the Christmas holidays.
joyeux Noël

Slang Meanings

A state of exuberance.
He was in a joyful mood after receiving his bonus.
Il était en mode joyeux après avoir reçu son bonus.
Describes a very successful party.
It was a joyful evening, everyone had fun!
C'était une soirée joyeuse, tout le monde s'est amusé!