Definition
欢欣鼓舞 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) that literally means 'joyful and drum-dancing'—describing a state of extreme happiness and excitement, often shared by a group in a celebratory or triumphant context. It is more formal and elevated than everyday words like 开心 or 高兴, and you'll often see it used for national celebrations, major achievements, or collective joy.
idiom
elatedjubilantoverjoyed
Examples
- ，欢欣鼓舞。Tīng dào zhège hǎo xiāoxi, dàjiā dōu huān xīn gǔ wǔ.Everyone was elated upon hearing this good news.
- 欢欣鼓舞。Quán guó rénmín huān xīn gǔ wǔ de yíngjiē xīnnián de dàolái.The whole nation jubilantly welcomed the arrival of the new year.
- ，欢欣鼓舞，。Bǐsài shènglì hòu, quán chǎng guānzhòng huān xīn gǔ wǔ, zhǎngshēng léidòng.After the game was won, the entire audience was jubilant with thunderous applause.
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