jubilant
豆知識
The English word 'jubilant' comes directly from the French 'jubilant', which itself is derived from Latin. It's a great example of how French has influenced English vocabulary!
よく混同される語
While 'victorieux' (victorious) implies a win, it doesn't always carry the same emotional intensity of joy and expression as 'jubilant'. A team can be victorious without being overtly jubilant.
'Exubérant' (exuberant) suggests lively and energetic, often with joy, but it doesn't necessarily have the element of triumph that 'jubilant' does. Someone can be exuberant about anything, not just a victory.
'Radieux' (radiant) describes someone shining with happiness, which is a positive emotion. However, 'radieux' is more about appearance and general happiness, whereas 'jubilant' is specifically about the feeling of triumphant joy.
間違えやすい
'Content' can mean happy, but 'jubilant' implies a much higher level of joy and triumph. 'Content' is more of a general state of satisfaction.
Content (happy/satisfied) vs. Jubilant (triumphant joy)
Il est content de son nouveau travail. (He is happy with his new job.)
'Heureux' means happy, but like 'content', it doesn't convey the same intensity or sense of triumph as 'jubilant'. 'Jubilant' suggests a celebratory happiness.
Heureux (happy) vs. Jubilant (exultantly joyful)
Elle était heureuse de le voir. (She was happy to see him.)
'Joyeux' also means joyful, but it's often used for general cheerfulness or festive occasions. 'Jubilant' emphasizes a feeling of victory or profound elation.
Joyeux (joyful/cheerful) vs. Jubilant (triumphantly joyful)
Nous avons passé un Noël joyeux. (We had a joyful Christmas.)
'Enthousiaste' means enthusiastic, which is a strong positive feeling, but it doesn't necessarily include the triumph aspect inherent in 'jubilant'. One can be enthusiastic without being triumphant.
Enthousiaste (enthusiastic) vs. Jubilant (triumphant and joyful)
Il était enthousiaste à l'idée de voyager. (He was enthusiastic about the idea of traveling.)
'Triomphant' means triumphant, which is very close to a key aspect of 'jubilant'. However, 'jubilant' specifically adds the dimension of great joy and expression of that triumph, whereas 'triomphant' can be more about the state of having won.
Triomphant (triumphant) vs. Jubilant (triumphant and full of joy)
Le vainqueur était triomphant. (The victor was triumphant.)
語源
Latin jubilare 'to shout for joy'
元の意味： shouting for joy
Indo-European (Italic branch)文化的な背景
In French culture, expressing joy can be quite effusive. You might see people described as 'jubilant' after a major sports victory, a successful artistic performance, or a very happy family reunion. It conveys a deep, almost overflowing sense of happiness and triumph, often shared collectively.
関連コンテンツ
emotionsの関連語
à contrecœur
B1Against one's will; reluctantly.
à fleur de peau
B1Oversensitive; easily affected emotionally.
à la fois
B1At the same time; simultaneously.
à l'aise
A2Feeling comfortable, relaxed, or at ease.
à regret
B1With regret; reluctantly.
abandon
B1The action or fact of abandoning someone or something; abandonment (can be emotional).
abasourdi
B1Stunned, dumbfounded, greatly astonished or shocked.
abattement
A2A state of extreme dejection; despondency.
abattu
A2In low spirits; disheartened; dejected.
abominable
B1Causing moral revulsion; detestable.
