Meaning
享受 means to enjoy or take pleasure in something, often implying a sense of savoring or appreciating an experience. It can refer to physical pleasures, experiences, or privileges. The word carries a connotation of actively experiencing and relishing something pleasurable.
Usage
享受 is used in both formal and informal contexts. It often appears with objects like 生活 (life), 美食 (delicious food), 假期 (vacation), or abstract concepts like 自由 (freedom). Native speakers use it to express genuine appreciation or pleasure in an experience. It's slightly more elevated than casual words like 喜欢.
Examples
- 01我很享受在海边散步的时光。.I really enjoy the time spent walking by the seaside.
- 02退休后他可以好好享受生活了。.After retiring, he can really enjoy life.
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Common collocations
- 享受生活to enjoy life
- 享受美食to enjoy delicious food
- 享受假期to enjoy a vacation
- 享受待遇to enjoy benefits/treatment
Antonyms
Origin
享 originally depicted offering sacrifices to ancestors and receiving blessings in return. 受 means to receive or accept. Together, 享受 literally means 'to receive enjoyment' or 'to partake in pleasure.'