What is the Spanish word for "joy"?

Learn how to say "joy" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

joy

Spanish

alegría

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Examples of how to use "joy" in Spanish

English
Her face was filled with pure joy.
Spanish
Su rostro estaba lleno de pura alegría.
English
Her smile showed pure joy.
Spanish
Su sonrisa mostraba pura alegría.
English
They danced with joy after winning.
Spanish
Bailaron de alegría después de ganar.
English
The news brought him joy.
Spanish
La noticia le trajo alegría.
English
Sharing meals gives our family joy.
Spanish
Compartir comidas nos da alegría a nuestra familia.

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