Korean

기쁘다

기쁘다
Meaning: to be happy; to be glad; to be joyful
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

I am really happy that you came.
노력의 결과가 좋아서 기쁘다.
I am happy because the result of my efforts was good.
가족에게 기쁜 소식을 전했다.
I told the good news to my family.
시험에 붙어서 정말 기뻐요.
I'm so happy that I passed the exam.
꿈인지 생시인지 분간이 안 갈 정도로 기뻤다.
I was so happy that I couldn't tell if it was a dream or reality.
아이들이 선물을 받고 기뻐서 방방 뛰었다
The children jumped up and down with joy after receiving the gifts.
아이가 선물을 받고 기뻐서 날뛰었다.
The child received a present and jumped around with joy.
사업이 잘되어서 기쁩니다.
I'm happy that the business is going well.
그는 너무 기쁜 나머지 웃음을 주체하지 못했다.
He could not control his laughter because he was so happy.

Usage Notes

Describes a feeling of happiness or joy, often due to a positive event or outcome.

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