Enjoying: meaning, definitions and examples

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enjoying

 

[ ɪnˈdʒɔɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

present participle

Enjoying means taking pleasure in something or finding it enjoyable. It is the act of experiencing happiness or satisfaction from an activity or situation.

Synonyms

appreciating, relishing, savoring

Examples of usage

  • I am enjoying this book.
  • She is enjoying the warm sun on her face.
  • They are enjoying a delicious meal together.
  • We are enjoying our vacation in Italy.

Translations

Translations of the word "enjoying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apreciando

🇮🇳 आनंदित

🇩🇪 genießend

🇮🇩 menikmati

🇺🇦 насолоджуючись

🇵🇱 ciesząc się

🇯🇵 楽しんでいる

🇫🇷 profitant

🇪🇸 disfrutando

🇹🇷 keyif almak

🇰🇷 즐기고 있는

🇸🇦 يستمتع

🇨🇿 užívající si

🇸🇰 užívajúci si

🇨🇳 享受

🇸🇮 uživajoč

🇮🇸 njóta

🇰🇿 рахаттанып

🇬🇪 მოხერხებული

🇦🇿 zövq alaraq

🇲🇽 disfrutando

Etymology

The word 'enjoy' originates from the Middle English 'enjoien', derived from the Old French 'enjoier', which means to give joy or to please. The prefix 'en-' means 'to cause', while 'joy' derives from the Latin 'gaudere', meaning 'to rejoice'. The term came into use in English around the 14th century and has evolved to encompass the idea of taking delight or pleasure in one's circumstances or activities. Over time, the usage has broadened to include any pleasurable experience, solidifying its place in everyday language.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,087 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.