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hanh-phuc
/hɐ̤ŋ˧˧ fʊʔk̚˧˦/
Cô ấy cảm thấy hạnh phúc khi nhìn thấy con mình trưởng thành.
She felt happiness when seeing her child grow up.
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A state of well-being and contentment; the experience of joy and satisfaction.
Hạnh phúc không phải là điều xa vời, mà là những khoảnh khắc giản dị trong cuộc sống.
Happiness isn't a distant thing; it's the simple moments in life.
Anh ấy dành cả đời để tìm kiếm hạnh phúc đích thực.
He spent his life searching for true happiness.
Often used in philosophical, psychological, or everyday contexts to describe a deep sense of fulfillment rather than fleeting joy.
Collocations
hạnh phúc gia đìnhfamily happinesshạnh phúc cá nhânpersonal happinesscảm giác hạnh phúcfeeling of happinesstìm kiếm hạnh phúcseek happiness
Synonyms
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 'niềm vui'
'Hạnh phúc' refers to a sustained state of well-being, while 'niềm vui' (joy) is more temporary and intense. For example, 'niềm vui' might describe the joy of a birthday party, while 'hạnh phúc' could describe the overall happiness in one's life.
Word Origin
Composed of 'hạnh' (from Chinese '幸', meaning 'fortunate' or 'lucky') and 'phúc' (from Chinese '福', meaning 'blessing' or 'good fortune'). Together, they form a compound word emphasizing a state of blessed fortune or well-being.
Usage Notes
In Vietnamese culture, 'hạnh phúc' often implies a balance of emotional, spiritual, and familial well-being, rather than just momentary pleasure. It is commonly used in both personal and philosophical discussions.
Word Breakdown
hạnh
fortunate or lucky (from Chinese '幸')
rootphúc
blessing or good fortune (from Chinese '福')
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