fun1 hei2歡喜欢喜
Jyutpingfun1 hei2
Yalefūn héi
Definition
Joyful, happy, and delighted.
neutralemotion
How it's used
While synonymous with 開心, 歡喜 carries a slightly more formal or literary tone. It is frequently encountered in traditional greetings or when describing a state of genuine, harmonious delight. In casual daily speech, native speakers almost exclusively prefer 開心.
Examples
Seeing you like this, I am also very happy.
The two of them together are truly joyful.
Related words
Common phrases
full of joy and happiness
Common mistake
Avoid using 歡喜 in very casual, fast-paced daily interactions where it might sound overly dramatic or old-fashioned. Stick to 開心 for everyday situations to sound more natural.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
