Definitions
adj. Feeling happy or pleased about something.
高兴的；欣慰的
adj. Willing and pleased to do something.
乐意的
Example
I'm glad you came to dinner with us tonight.
我很高兴你今晚来和我们一起吃饭。
Many residents were glad that the council had decided to preserve the local park.
许多居民都很高兴，地方议会决定保留当地的公园。
Collocations
- glad to hear
- glad to help
- glad about
- glad that
Word family
- gladly (adv.)
- gladness (n.)
Synonyms
- pleased
- happy
- delighted
Antonyms
- sad
- unhappy
Usage tip
常作表语；用be glad to do或be glad that从句。
FAQ
- What does glad mean?
- Feeling happy or pleased about something. Willing and pleased to do something.
- How is glad pronounced?
- UK /ɡlæd/, US /ɡlæd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
