乐
happy; willing; laugh; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 17 examplesadjective
happy; joyful; delighted
Describes a feeling of pleasure or contentment.
I was very happy to receive a gift today.
This trip is truly a joyful thing.
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He was overjoyed when he heard the good news.
The children were extremely happy playing in the park.
Her face was full of joyful smiles after getting the admission letter.
verb
be willing to; take pleasure in
Used to express one's willingness to do something repeatedly.
He always takes great pleasure in helping his neighbors.
I am willing to try new kinds of food.
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She is happy to share her learning experience.
This teacher takes great pleasure in answering students' questions.
Grandpa is willing to play chess in the park to pass the time.
verb
laugh; burst into laughter
Refers to causing people to laugh, or the act of laughing.
He told a joke and made everyone laugh.
The funny performance had the audience roaring with laughter.
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Seeing his embarrassed look, I couldn't help laughing.
The children's playful laughter filled the room with a joyful atmosphere.
This skit had the entire audience laughing uncontrollably.
noun
surname Le (different from Yuè)
A separate Chinese surname distinct from the surname 乐 pronounced yuè.
Mr. Le is a new colleague at our company.
I have a friend surnamed Le, named Le Ming.