Hebrew · Emotions & Feelings

שמח

sameach

Happy

Beginneradjective

Definition

Feeling pleasure and joy; appears in chag sameach, happy holiday.

Example

אני שמח מאוד בשבילך.

I am very happy for you.

Etymology

'שמח' (sameach) stems from the root 'ש-מ-ח', meaning 'to be happy'. This term has deep roots in Hebrew literature and religious texts, denoting joy.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both informal and formal contexts, 'שמח' appears in poetry, songs, and everyday conversation to express feelings of happiness.

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