gioia
joy
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈd͡ʒɔ.ja/
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Cultural Note
In Italian, 'gioia' is also used as a term of endearment, similar to 'darling' or 'sweetheart.' You might hear a parent call their child 'gioia mia' (my joy).
📝 Example Sentences
La gioia di rivederti è immensa.
The joy of seeing you again is immense.
I bambini saltavano di gioia.
The children were jumping for joy.
Che gioia sapere che stai bene!
What a joy to know you are well!