Spanish Conversation · Level 93
60 words
Spanish word
regocijo
Pronunciation
IPA/reɣoˈθixo/
Meaning
- masculine nounjoy
Example
Sentí regocijo al verte.
I felt joy when I saw you.
More examples
El triunfo llenó de regocijo a los aficionados.
The triumph filled the fans with joy.
Core concept
Quiet, sustained inner joy.
Similar words
alegría: Cheerful, lively happiness that brightens ordinary moments.
felicidad: Ongoing happiness and a stable sense of life satisfaction.
placer: Physical pleasure or enjoyment derived from the senses.
satisfacción: Contented satisfaction experienced when desires are fulfilled.
Definition in Spanish
Denota una alegría serena y prolongada, más interior que exterior.
Word origin
From the verb regocijar, formed with prefix re- (intensive/again) plus gozo (from Latin gaudium), the noun denotes an intensified or renewed inward joy.
Usage tips
- More formal and literary than alegría, regocijo is common in writing or elevated speech to describe calm, lasting delight rather than a sudden happiness.