Alegraría (en. Would be glad)

/aleɣɾaˈɾia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Feeling of pleasure and satisfaction.
The children's joy was contagious during the party.
La alegría de los niños era contagiosa durante la fiesta.
Quality of what brings joy or amusement.
Music brings joy to life.
La música trae alegría a la vida.
Shared happiness at a special event.
The birth of the baby filled the family with joy.
El nacimiento del bebé llenó a la familia de alegría.

Etymology

From Latin 'allegria', which comes from 'alacer', meaning 'joyful' or 'lively'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bring joy
to cause happiness to someone.
dar alegría
joy of living
feeling of joy and enjoyment of life.
alegría de vivir
brightens the day
each time something good happens.
alegra el día

Related Words

joyful
That shows joy.
alegre
to rejoice
To feel or experience joy.
alegrarse
rejoice
Expression that invites to rejoice.
alégrate

Slang Meanings

To be in a good mood
Today I'm in a good mood, I feel very joyful.
Hoy estoy de buenas, me siento con mucha alegría.
To go all out
We celebrated his birthday and went all out, full of joy.
Celebramos su cumpleaños y echamos la casa por la ventana, llenos de alegría.