General happiness:
* Être heureux/heureuse: This is the most common and literal translation of "to be happy". It implies a general state of contentment.
* Se sentir bien: This means "to feel good" and suggests a pleasant physical and emotional state.
* Avoir le moral: This translates to "to be in good spirits" and emphasizes the feeling of optimism and energy.
More specific expressions:
* Être joyeux/joyeuse: This means "to be joyful" and expresses a strong and vibrant happiness.
* Être content/contente: This means "to be content" and suggests a quiet satisfaction.
* Être radieux/radieuse: This translates to "to be radiant" and emphasizes a glowing happiness.
Example sentences:
* Je suis heureux de te voir. (I'm happy to see you.)
* Je me sens bien aujourd'hui. (I feel good today.)
* J'ai le moral. (I'm in good spirits.)
* Je suis joyeux de partir en vacances. (I'm joyful to go on vacation.)
* Je suis content/contente de mon nouveau travail. (I'm content with my new job.)
* Elle est radieuse après son mariage. (She's radiant after her wedding.)
The best way to choose the right expression depends on the situation and the level of happiness you want to convey.