享受

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Meaning and Usage

The verb 享受 (xiǎngshòu) means "to enjoy" or "to take pleasure in" something. It often implies actively receiving or savoring positive experiences, such as food, music, life moments, or leisure.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to describe enjoying tangible pleasures (like , music) or intangible states (like life, happiness). It can describe both temporary enjoyment and ongoing states.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 享受生活 (enjoy life): used to express savoring or appreciating life’s moments.
  • 享受 (enjoy delicious food): common in contexts about food and dining.
  • 享受音乐 (enjoy music): used when talking about appreciating music.

Nuances

Using 享受 often conveys a positive, appreciative attitude. It differs from simpler verbs like 喜欢 (like) by emphasizing the experience and pleasure derived from something. It is more formal and literary than (play) or (be happy to).

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 享受 with 受到 (to receive, often neutral or negative). 享受 always has a positive connotation related to enjoyment or pleasure.

Example Sentences

I really enjoy every moment of this trip.

He enjoys the happiness brought by delicious food and music.

After retirement, he started to enjoy a leisurely life.