Meaning
欢乐 describes a state of happiness, joy, and cheerfulness. It emphasizes collective happiness or a festive, lively atmosphere rather than quiet contentment. The word often appears in contexts involving celebrations, gatherings, or entertainment that brings people together in good spirits.
Usage
欢乐 is commonly used to describe atmospheres, occasions, or moods that are upbeat and celebratory. It's more formal than casual words like 开心 (kāi xīn) and often appears in written Chinese, media, entertainment contexts, and when describing events. Native speakers use it to convey not just happiness but a sense of liveliness and shared joy.
Examples
- 01春节期间，整个城市充满了欢乐的气氛。, .During the Spring Festival, the entire city was filled with a joyful atmosphere.
- 02孩子们在游乐场度过了欢乐的一天。.The children spent a joyful day at the amusement park.
Characters
Common collocations
- 欢乐的气氛joyful atmosphere
- 欢乐时光happy times
- 充满欢乐filled with joy
- 欢乐颂Ode to Joy
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to happiness and joy. 欢 originally depicted a bird singing joyfully, while 乐 shows strings on a musical instrument, linking joy to music and celebration.