🇷🇺 Russian phrases

How to Say "Happy" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Счастливый
"Happy" in Russian · say it like shchast-liviy

The most natural way to say "Happy" in Russian is Счастливый. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Счастлива
used when referring to a female
Счастливая
used when referring to a female in a more general sense

When to use it

Use 'счастливый' when you want to express happiness about something. It can describe a person's emotional state or a situation that brings joy. It's commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
Я очень счастливый сегодня.I am very happy today.
Она счастлива с новой работой.She is happy with her new job.
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'счастливый' for a female subject; use 'счастлива' instead.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'happy' in Russian?

'Happy' in Russian is 'счастливый' for males and 'счастлива' for females.

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