enjoy (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdʒɔɪ/
Definition
To take pleasure in or get satisfaction from something.
Examples
I really enjoy listening to music.
We enjoyed our vacation in Hawaii.
He enjoys playing video games in his free time.
How to Use enjoy
- enjoy + gerund (collocation)
- To take pleasure in doing an activity. — "She enjoys reading novels in her spare time."
- enjoy + noun (collocation)
- To take pleasure in a thing or experience. — "We really enjoyed the delicious meal."
- enjoy oneself (idiom)
- To have a good time. — "The children enjoyed themselves at the amusement park."
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