Meaning
joy, delight
In a sentence
Che gioia vederti!
What a joy to see you!
È una grande gioia.
It is a great joy.
La tua visita è una gioia.
Your visit is a joy.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| gioia | feminine · singular |
| gioie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'gioia' for deep, heartfelt joy; 'allegria' is lighter, more fleeting happiness.
- Often used in exclamations: 'Che gioia!' (How joyful!). Avoid overusing in formal writing.
- Feminine noun; plural is 'gioie.' No irregularities in agreement or auxiliary verbs.