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blijdschap — meaning in English

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English meaning

gladness noun The state of feeling glad; joy.
happiness noun The state of feeling joyful, content, or satisfied with life.

Senses

blijdschap is used for these senses in English:

gladness The state of being glad; joy.
happiness (uncountable) The emotion of being happy; joy; elation.
happiness (archaic, uncountable) Prosperity, thriving, wellbeing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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