Translation and Meaning of: 嬉しい - ureshii

On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 嬉しい (ureshii) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.

Romaji: ureshii

Kana: うれしい

Type: adjective

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嬉しい

Translation / Meaning: happy; happy; pleasant

Meaning in English: happy;glad;pleasant

Definition: To feel joy and satisfaction.

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Explanation and Etymology - (嬉しい) ureshii

The word 「嬉しい」 (ureshii) is a Japanese adjective of the type 「い」 that means "happy," "content," or "joyful." It is used to describe positive emotions and personal satisfaction in response to a pleasant situation, event, or news. In everyday life, it is a common word to express gratitude or happiness, often in moments when someone feels touched or blessed.

Etymologically, 「嬉しい」 has roots in ancient Japanese and is related to feelings of pleasure and fulfillment. Although its exact origin is not completely clear, it is believed to have evolved to capture the emotional nuances of well-being and joy, especially in interpersonal contexts. This word reflects the cultural importance given to positive emotions and the appreciation of happy moments in everyday Japanese life.

In practical use, 「嬉しい」 is often combined with expressions that intensify the feeling, such as 「とても」 (totemo, very) or 「本当に」 (hontou ni, really). Additionally, it is common to hear this word in responses to kind acts, such as when someone receives a gift or compliment, reinforcing a sense of gratitude and emotional connection.

Variations and related forms

「嬉しくて」 (ureshikute) - form used to connect sentences or explain reasons for happiness.
「嬉しさ」 (ureshisa) – noun meaning "happiness" or "joy".
「嬉し涙」 (ureshinamida) – tears of joy.

良い知らせを聞いて、とても嬉しいです。 
Yoi shirase o kiite, totemo ureshii desu.

"I am very happy to hear good news."

Synonyms and similar words

嬉しくて (ureshikute) - Feeling happy
嬉しさ (ureshisa) - Happiness (the state of being happy)
喜ばしい (yorokobashii) - Something that brings joy or is worthy of happiness
楽しい (tanoshii) - Fun, pleasant
愉快な (yukai na) - A feeling of joy and pleasure
幸福な (kōfuku na) - State of happiness, content
満足な (manzoku na) - Satisfied, pleased with something
気持ちいい (kimochi ii) - A good or pleasurable feeling
気分がいい (kibun ga ii) - Feeling good
うれしい (ureshii) - Happy, content
うきうきする (ukiuki suru) - Feel excited, enthusiastic
ほくほくする (hokuhoku suru) - Feeling warm and satisfied
にこにこする (nikoniko suru) - Smile animatedly
笑顔になる (egao ni naru) - Stay with a smile
ハッピーな (happī na) - Happy
ハイテンションな (hai tenshon na) - With high energy, lively
ワクワクする (wakuwaku suru) - Feel excitement or anticipation
ドキドキする (dokidoki suru) - Feeling anxiety or emotional palpitations
ニコニコする (nikoniko suru) - Smile joyfully
キラキラする (kirakira suru) - Shine or gleam, often associated with happiness
ピカピカする (pikapika suru) - Brilliant, clean, and in good condition
ハッピーになる (happī ni naru) - Becoming happy
ハッピーになれる (happī ni nareru) - Be able to become happy
ハッピーになりたい (happī ni naritai) - I want to be happy
ハッピーになりたいです (happī ni naritai desu) - I would like to be happy.

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Words related

喜ぶ

yorokobu

be delighted; be happy

楽しむ

tanoshimu

to have fun

Words with the same pronunciation: うれしい ureshii

How to Write in Japanese - (嬉しい) ureshii

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Example Sentences - (嬉しい) ureshii

Below are some example sentences:

とても嬉しいです。

Totemo ureshii desu

I am really happy.

<とても>- means "a lot" in Japanese.
<嬉しい>- means "happy" in Japanese.
<です>- is a closing particle in Japanese that indicates an affirmative statement.

割引きがあると嬉しいです。

Waribiki ga aru to ureshii desu

I'm happy if there is a discount.

割引き - discount
が - subject particle
ある - verb "to exist"
と - condition particle
嬉しい - adjective "happy"
です - verb "to be" in polite form

プレゼントをもらったら嬉しいです。

Puresento wo morattara ureshii desu

I'm happy if you get a gift.

プレゼント (presente) - object given as a gift
を (partícula de objeto) - particle that marks the direct object of the sentence
もらったら (se receber) - conditional form of the verb もらう (receive), indicating a hypothetical action
嬉しい (feliz) - adjective that expresses the feeling of happiness
です (ser/estar) - linking verb indicating the existence or state of something

世辞を言われると嬉しいです。

Séji wo iwareru to ureshii desu

I'm happy when I get compliments.

Glad you are complained.

世辞 - praise
を - object particle
言われる - ser dito
と - connecting particle
嬉しい - happy
です - be (linking verb)

久し振りに会えて嬉しいです。

Hisashiburi ni aete ureshii desu

Glad to see you after so long.

Glad to meet you after a long time.

久し振りに - long time no see
会えて - finding
嬉しい - happy
です - é

抽選で当たったら嬉しいですね。

Chūsen de atattara ureshī desu ne

I'm happy if you win by lottery.

抽選 (chūsen) - raffle
で (de) - particle indicating the environment or place where something happens
当たったら (atattara) - if you win
嬉しい (ureshii) - happy, content
です (desu) - verb ser/estar in the present
ね (ne) - particle indicating a rhetorical question or seeking agreement from the interlocutor

私は嬉しいです。

Watashi wa ureshii desu

I'm happy.

I am happy.

私 (watashi) - means "I" in Japanese
は (wa) - grammatical particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
嬉しい (ureshii) - adjective meaning "happy" or "content"
です (desu) - auxiliary verb that indicates the present tense and formality of the sentence

褒美をもらうと嬉しいです。

Houbi wo morau to ureshii desu

Glad if you get a reward.