Enjoy
ɪnˈdʒɔɪ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo get pleasure or satisfaction from something; to have a good time.
ɪnˈdʒɔɪ
To take pleasure in something.
I enjoy playing video games with my friends.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're eating your favorite ice cream! Enjoying something is like feeling happy and pleased about it. It's like when you really like a game, a movie, or spending time with friends! You can also enjoy someones company, or a meal.
👶 For kids: When you enjoy something, it means you like it and it makes you happy!
More Examples
She enjoys listening to music during her commute.
We enjoyed a delicious meal at the new restaurant.
The children enjoyed the playground.
How It's Used
"I enjoy reading books."
"We enjoyed the party last night."
To have and use something that provides pleasure or benefit.
ɪnˈdʒɔɪ
To possess or experience something good.
She enjoys a high income.
💡 Simply: Sometimes, enjoy means to *have* something good! Like, if you're healthy, you 'enjoy good health'. Or, if you own land, you 'enjoy the property'.
👶 For kids: Enjoy can also mean to *have* something good, like having a nice house or good health!
More Examples
The company enjoys a good reputation.
The country enjoys a period of peace.
They enjoy the support of their community.
How It's Used
"He enjoys good health."
"The property owner enjoys full rights to the land."
Idioms & expressions
Enjoy yourself!
A friendly expression wishing someone a pleasant time.
"Have a great trip, and enjoy yourself!"
enjoy the moment
To focus on and appreciate the present experience, rather than worrying about the future or dwelling on the past.
"We should enjoy the moment, because life is short."
From Middle English enjoien, from Old French enjoïr (to enjoy, rejoice), from en- (prefix, making something into) + joïr (to enjoy, rejoice), from Latin gaudēre (to rejoice).
The word 'enjoy' has been used in English since the 13th century, originally with a broader meaning of 'to rejoice' or 'to have delight'.
Memory tip
Think of a friend saying 'I N JOY' when something is fun.