Réjoui (en. Rejoiced)

/ʁeʒwiye/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who shows great joy.
He was joyful after receiving the good news.
Il était réjoui après avoir reçu la bonne nouvelle.
Refers to something that brings joy.
This opportunity is joyful for all participants.
Cette occasion est réjouie pour tous les participants.
Who is delighted or satisfied.
She was joyful to see her friends again.
Elle était réjoui de retrouver ses amis.

Etymology

From the verb 'réjouir', from Latin 'rejoïre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be as happy as a fish in water
To be extremely happy.
être réjoui comme un poisson dans l'eau
to feel joyful
To have a feeling of joy.
se sentir réjoui
to have a joyful heart
To be filled with happiness.
avoir le cœur réjoui

Related Words

réjouir
To make happy.
réjouir
joy
State of intense pleasure.
joie
smile
Expression of joy on the face.
sourire

Slang Meanings

To be on cloud nine.
After his victory, he was on cloud nine.
Après sa victoire, il était aux anges.
To be on a cloud.
When she saw him, she was on a cloud.
Quand elle l'a vu, elle est restée sur un nuage.