Spanish Conversation · Level 193
15 words
Spanish word
júbilo
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈxuβilo/
Meaning
- masculine nounjoy
Example
El pueblo estalló en júbilo al conocer la noticia.
The people erupted in joy when they heard the news.
More examples
La noticia llenó de júbilo a la familia.
The news filled the family with joy.
Core concept
A crowd erupting in loud cheers and raised arms.
Common phrases
estallar en júbilo
burst into joy
llenar de júbilo
fill with joy
Similar words
alegría: Gentle, immediate gladness that brightens mood and produces smiles.
felicidad: Deep, enduring happiness that colors one's life over time.
euforia: High, fleeting elation that drives boisterous, impulsive displays.
celebración: Organized festivity where people come together to celebrate an occasion.
Definition in Spanish
Designa la alegría muy intensa o la exultación, a menudo provocada por una noticia o un triunfo y expresada abiertamente.
Word origin
From Latin jubilāre 'to shout for joy', through the noun jubilum, Spanish júbilo retains the sense of outward, intense exultation.
Usage tips
- Used for strong, public joy often reported in news or speeches, while everyday small happiness is usually alegría.
Other meanings
- jubilationnoun
- delightnoun
- elationnoun
Opposites
- tristezasadnessnoun
Related words
- jubilosojubilantadjective
- jubilosamentejubilantlyadverb