Dictionary
English - Japanese
Enjoy
ɪnˈdʒɔɪ
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
楽しむ (たのしむ), 満喫する (まんきつする), 喜ぶ (よろこぶ), 楽しませる (たのしませる), 堪能する (たんのうする)
Enjoy meanings in Japanese
楽しむ (たのしむ)
Example:
I enjoy reading books.
私は本を読むのが楽しみです。
They enjoy playing soccer.
彼らはサッカーをするのを楽しんでいます。
Usage: InformalContext: Used in casual conversations about activities and hobbies.
Note: This is the most common translation for 'enjoy' and is used in various contexts.
満喫する (まんきつする)
Example:
I fully enjoy my vacation.
私は休暇を満喫しています。
They enjoy the festival to the fullest.
彼らは祭りを満喫しています。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used when expressing a deep or complete enjoyment of an experience.
Note: This term emphasizes a more intense or thorough enjoyment compared to '楽しむ'.
喜ぶ (よろこぶ)
Example:
She enjoys her birthday party.
彼女は誕生日パーティーを喜んでいます。
We enjoy the surprise gifts.
私たちはサプライズギフトに喜んでいます。
Usage: InformalContext: Used when referring to enjoyment that is associated with happiness or joy.
Note: This term focuses more on the emotional response to an enjoyable situation.
楽しませる (たのしませる)
Example:
The movie really enjoyed me.
その映画は本当に私を楽しませました。
The concert enjoyed everyone in the audience.
そのコンサートは観客全員を楽しませました。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used when something or someone provides enjoyment to another person.
Note: This term is often used in a passive voice to indicate that an experience was enjoyable.
堪能する (たんのうする)
Example:
I enjoy the art exhibition.
私はアート展を堪能しています。
They enjoy the exquisite cuisine.
彼らは絶品の料理を堪能しています。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in more sophisticated or formal contexts, often describing enjoyment of quality experiences.
Note: This term suggests an appreciation for quality and depth in enjoyment.
Enjoy's synonyms
like
To find pleasure or enjoyment in something.
Example: I like going to the beach on weekends.
Note: While 'enjoy' is more commonly used to express pleasure or satisfaction, 'like' can also indicate a preference or fondness for something.
appreciate
To value or admire something for its qualities or merits.
Example: I appreciate good music.
Note: While 'enjoy' focuses on the personal experience of pleasure, 'appreciate' emphasizes recognizing the value or worth of something.
love
To have a deep affection or strong liking for something or someone.
Example: I love spending time with my family.
Note: While 'enjoy' conveys a sense of pleasure or satisfaction, 'love' expresses a deeper emotional attachment or fondness.
Enjoy expressions, common phrases
Have a blast
To have a great time or a lot of fun.
Example: I had a blast at the party last night!
Note: This phrase conveys a stronger sense of enjoyment compared to simply 'enjoy.'
Love every minute of
To thoroughly enjoy every moment of something.
Example: She loved every minute of her vacation in Hawaii.
Note: Emphasizes complete enjoyment and satisfaction with an experience.
Be over the moon
To be extremely happy and delighted.
Example: He was over the moon when he got accepted into his dream university.
Note: Implies a heightened level of joy and elation compared to regular enjoyment.
Get a kick out of
To find great enjoyment or amusement in something.
Example: I always get a kick out of watching funny cat videos.
Note: Highlights the element of amusement or entertainment in the enjoyment.
Take pleasure in
To find joy and satisfaction in something.
Example: She takes pleasure in reading novels on rainy days.
Note: Conveys a sense of finding joy and contentment rather than a simple enjoyment.
Savor the moment
To fully appreciate and enjoy a particular moment or experience.
Example: Let's savor the moment and enjoy this beautiful sunset.
Note: Emphasizes the act of cherishing and fully experiencing a moment of enjoyment.
Delight in
To take great pleasure and enjoyment in something.
Example: She delights in exploring new cuisines.
Note: Conveys a sense of finding joy and pleasure in a more intense and satisfying manner.
Bask in
To take great pleasure and satisfaction in something, often with a sense of pride or achievement.
Example: He basked in the glory of his team's victory.
Note: Emphasizes the enjoyment derived from a specific achievement or positive outcome.
Enjoy everyday (slang) expressions
Dig
To like, enjoy, or appreciate something.
Example: I really dig this new song.
Note: It is more casual and colloquial than 'enjoy'.
Eat up
To eagerly enjoy or consume something.
Example: I just eat up any opportunity to travel.
Note: It implies consuming or enjoying something enthusiastically.
Groove on
To deeply enjoy or be excited about something.
Example: I totally groove on jazz music.
Note: It conveys a sense of being in sync or thrilled about something.
Rave about
To enthusiastically talk or write about something one enjoys.
Example: She always raves about the food at that restaurant.
Note: It suggests expressing great enthusiasm or admiration.
Be all about
To be heavily interested in or devoted to something.
Example: I'm all about trying new experiences.
Note: It emphasizes strong interest or dedication to a particular thing.
Thrilled by
To be excited or elated about something.
Example: I am thrilled by the idea of going to the concert.
Note: It denotes a high level of excitement or satisfaction.
Vibe with
To feel a strong connection or enjoyment towards something.
Example: I really vibe with this art exhibit.
Note: It suggests harmonizing or resonating well with something.
Enjoy - Examples
I really enjoy spending time with my family.
She enjoys reading books in her free time.
We all enjoyed the concert last night.
Enjoy grammar
Enjoy - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: enjoy
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): enjoyed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): enjoying
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): enjoys
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): enjoy
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): enjoy
Syllables, Separation and Stress
enjoy Contains 2 syllables: en • joy
Phonetic transcription: in-ˈjȯi
en joy , in ˈjȯi (The red syllable is stressed)
Enjoy - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
enjoy: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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