Usage: This word is commonly used in both oral and written contexts in Spanish. It is a frequent word used to express happiness or joy in various situations.
Verb Forms
"Feliz" is an adjective and does not have verb forms.
Examples
Estoy muy feliz de verte hoy. (I am very happy to see you today.)
¡Feliz cumpleaños! (Happy birthday!)
Idiomatic Expressions
Important Idiomatic Expressions:
Ser feliz como una lombriz: To be as happy as a clam.
Estar feliz de la vida: To be over the moon.
Estar más contento que unas castañuelas: To be extremely happy.
Ponerse feliz: To become happy.
Dejar de ser feliz: To stop being happy.
Etymology
The word "feliz" comes from the Latin "felix," which also means happy or fortunate.