Regocijo (en. Joy)
/reɡoˈxi.xo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Intense and vivid joy.
The joy of victory filled the stadium.
El regocijo de la victoria llenó el estadio.
Satisfaction and pleasure in something that has been achieved.
He feels immense joy upon seeing his son graduate.
Siente un regocijo inmenso al ver a su hijo graduarse.
Expression of joy and contentment.
His joy became evident upon receiving the news.
Su regocijo se hizo evidente al recibir la noticia.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'rejoicĕre', which means 'to rejoice, to laugh again'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To feel joy
To experience intense joy.
sentir regocijo
Joy in the soul
A deep joy that is felt internally.
regocijo en el alma
Full of joy
State of great joy.
lleno de regocijo
Related Words
To rejoice
To experience joy; to rejoice.
regocijarse
Joy
Emotional state of satisfaction and well-being.
alegría
Jubilation
Intense and radiant joy.
júbilo
Slang Meanings
To feel extreme joy.
After the good news, everyone was joyful.
Después de la buena noticia, todos estaban regocijados.
To be in party or celebration mode.
The people were in joy in the square.
La gente estaba en regocijo en la plaza.