happily
/ˈhæpɪli/
CEFR level A2Topic EmotionWord #1360 in the learning path
快乐地；高兴地
Definitions
adv. In a way that shows pleasure or enjoyment.
快乐地；高兴地
adv. Willingly and without objection.
乐意地
adv. With a fortunate or pleasing result.
幸好；幸运地
Example
The children chatted happily while making sandwiches together.
孩子们一起做三明治，开心地聊着天。
Many residents would happily use public transport if services were more reliable and affordable.
如果公共交通服务更可靠、价格更实惠，许多居民都会乐意乘坐。
Collocations
- smile happily
- happily married
- happily agree
Word family
- happy (adj.)
- happiness (n.)
- unhappy (adj.)
- unhappily (adv.)
Synonyms
- cheerfully
- gladly
Antonyms
- unhappily
Usage tip
句首Happily可表“幸好”，不只表示开心。
FAQ
- What does happily mean?
- In a way that shows pleasure or enjoyment. Willingly and without objection. With a fortunate or pleasing result.
- How is happily pronounced?
- UK /ˈhæpɪli/, US /ˈhæpɪli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
