Enjoying
ɪnˈdʒɔɪɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo take pleasure in or derive satisfaction from something.
ɪnˈdʒɔɪɪŋ
Feeling or taking delight in; find pleasure in
She's enjoying the music.
💡 Simply: It's like when you really, really like something, like eating pizza or playing video games. You're having fun and feeling good!
👶 For kids: When you're enjoying something, it means you like it and it makes you happy!
More Examples
We're enjoying our time at the beach.
Are you enjoying the party?
How It's Used
"I am enjoying this beautiful weather."
"They are enjoying a relaxing vacation."
To possess or experience something that gives pleasure or satisfaction, especially a right, benefit, or privilege.
ɪnˈdʒɔɪɪŋ
Having or using something with satisfaction or pleasure.
The company is enjoying a period of sustained growth.
💡 Simply: It's like having something good, like a comfy chair or a great view, and you get to use it and feel good about it.
👶 For kids: When you have something nice and you like using it, like a swing in the park, you're enjoying it!
More Examples
They are enjoying the benefits of the new law.
We are enjoying a high standard of living.
How It's Used
"He is enjoying significant profits this quarter."
"She is enjoying the benefits of her new home."
Idioms & expressions
enjoy oneself
To experience pleasure or satisfaction; to have a good time.
"We enjoyed ourselves at the amusement park."
From Middle English *enjoien*, from Old French *enjoir* (“to give pleasure to, take pleasure in”), from *en-* (“in, into”) + *joir* (“to enjoy”), from Latin *gaudēre* (“to rejoice”).
The word 'enjoy' has been used since the 13th century and originally implied 'to rejoice' or 'to take pleasure in.'
Memory tip
Imagine you are a kid eating your favorite ice cream, that's the feeling of enjoyment!