felicidad
happiness
noun feh-lee-see-DAHD Rare
Origin: Latin felicitas, from felix 'happy, lucky'
Usage Note
Felicidad in the plural (felicidades) is the standard congratulatory expression, equivalent to 'congratulations' or 'best wishes' (e.g. on a birthday). The singular refers to the state of happiness. The adjective is feliz and the verb felicitar means 'to congratulate'.
Examples
"La felicidad no tiene precio."
Natural Translation
Happiness has no price.
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