happy
/ˈhæpi/adjective★Beginner
general
Feeling or showing pleasure, contentment, or joy.
The children were happy playing in the park.
The children felt joyful while playing outside.
He gave her a happy smile.
He smiled at her in a way that showed he was pleased.
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Often used to describe a positive emotional state.
Collocations
happy withsatisfied or pleased about somethinghappy aboutpleased or content regarding somethinghappy towilling or pleased to do something
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Related Phrases
happy as a clamidiom
very happy
happy camperphrase
a person who is content or satisfied
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Happy' is often used to describe a positive emotional state or expression.
⚡Gold Rule
Positive Connotation
'Happy' always describes a positive feeling or state.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English *happi*, from Old Norse *happ* (luck, chance), from Proto-Germanic *hap- (good fortune).
📝Usage Notes
Can be used to describe both feelings and expressions (e.g., a happy face).
Word Breakdown
happ
luck or fortune
root-y
suffix indicating a state or quality
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