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    Chinese Grammar

    Describing 'happy' with 快乐 (kuàilè)

    Description & Modification

    Structure

    Subject + 很 + 快乐

    Explanation

    The adjective 快乐 (kuàilè) means 'happy' or 'joyful' and is used to describe a state of happiness. It often appears in well-wishing expressions such as 圣诞快乐 (Merry Christmas) and 生日快乐 (Happy Birthday). It can also function as a predicate adjective: 我很快乐 (I am happy).

    Examples

    • 和朋友在一起的时候我最快乐。

      Hé péngyǒu zài yīqǐ de shíhòu wǒ zuì kuàilè.

      I'm happiest when I'm with friends.

    • 祝你生日快乐!

      Zhù nǐ shēngrì kuàilè!

      Happy birthday to you!

    • 孩子们在海边玩得很快乐。

      Háizimen zài hǎibiān wán de hěn kuàilè.

      The children had a wonderful time at the beach.

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