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March 24, 2026
幸福xìngfú(xing4fu2)
幸福 (xìngfú) refers to a state of happiness or contentment, often associated with a sense of well-being and fulfillment in life. It is commonly used in both personal and societal contexts to express a positive emotional state or condition, and can be linked to family, relationships, and achievements.
Frequency#1327DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 幸福 is often associated with family and togetherness, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year, where family reunions embody this concept of happiness and blessing.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'happy' scene where you are surrounded by your loved ones, representing 幸 (xìng) which resembles a person with arms raised in joy, and 福 (fú) which looks like a blessing or a fortune given to you. Together, they create the image of a joyful and blessed life.
Meanings of 幸福
xìngfú(xing4fu2)
1happiness
2happy
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About 幸福
幸福Simplified
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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快乐 (kuàilè) - 幸福 (xìngfú) refers to a deeper, more enduring sense of well-being, while 快乐 (kuàilè) is often more about transient feelings of joy.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'happy' scene where you are surrounded by your loved ones, representing 幸 (xìng) which resembles a person with arms raised in joy, and 福 (fú) which looks like a blessing or a fortune given to you. Together, they create the image of a joyful and blessed life.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 幸福 with 快乐 (kuàilè), which means 'happy' but is more about fleeting moments of joy. 幸福 tends to imply a deeper, more enduring sense of happiness. It is often used in formal contexts, such as in wedding speeches or greetings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 幸福 connects with other emotional terms like 快乐 (happy) and 悲伤 (sad). Students should focus on using it in sentences that express personal feelings or states, enhancing their emotional vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 幸福 is often associated with family and togetherness, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year, where family reunions embody this concept of happiness and blessing.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 幸福 with 快乐, using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我今天很幸福' (I am very happy today) is not incorrect, but it is more fitting to use '快乐' for that context as it suggests a fleeting happiness.
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Grammar Patterns of 幸福
幸福 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
rú guǒ yǒu shuí yīng gāi huò dé xìng fú de huà， ， nà jiù shì。
If anyone deserves to be happy, you do.
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我很少感觉如此幸福。
wǒ hěn shǎo gǎn jué rú cǐ xìng fú。
I've seldom felt so happy.
Cultural Notes for 幸福
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 幸福 is often associated with family and togetherness, especially during celebrations like the Lunar New Year, where family reunions embody this concept of happiness and blessing.
Frequently Asked Questions about 幸福
No, 幸福 generally refers to a more lasting state of happiness rather than temporary joy.
Yes, 幸福 always carries a positive connotation, reflecting well-being and contentment.
You can use 快乐 (kuàilè) for a more casual or momentary sense of happiness.
