happy
- 01 A1 Beginner
feeling or showing pleasure and enjoyment.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure, contentment, or joy.
Simple“The children were very happy when they saw the new playground.”
In context“The research suggests that people who maintain strong social connections are generally more happy and resilient throughout their lives.”
PitfallI am very happy for your success. I am very happy about your success.Use 'happy for' when referring to a person, but 'happy about' when referring to a situation or event.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
being satisfied with a choice or willing to do something.
content or satisfied with a particular arrangement; willing to perform a specific action without objection.
Simple“I am happy to help you with your homework this evening.”
In context“The client confirmed they were happy with the revised contract terms and were ready to sign the agreement immediately.”
UsageOften followed by a 'to' infinitive or the preposition 'with'.
- 03 A1 Beginner
you use this to wish someone a good time on a special day.
used in conventionalized formulas to express good wishes on the occasion of a festival or anniversary.
Simple“We all sang Happy Birthday to him when the cake arrived.”
In context“The department sent out a mass email wishing all staff a Happy New Year before the office closed for the holidays.”
Synonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
happening in a lucky or good way.
characterized by good fortune or being particularly apt for a situation.
Simple“It was a happy accident that we met at the station.”
In context“By a happy coincidence, the two researchers had been working on identical problems from different mathematical perspectives.”
Antonyms
Usage happy to bring