How to say "enjoyable" in Japanese

Choosing the right word
  • 楽しいたのしいJLPT N5approx.Common
    i-adjectiveAn i-adjective covering the core 'fun, enjoyable' sense: experiences, activities, or times that you personally enjoy. Typical contexts include a fun trip, party, game, or conversation.
    あなたと一緒いっしょにいて楽たのしかった。↗
    I really enjoyed your company.
  • 愉快ゆかいJLPT N3approx.Common
    na-adjective, nounA na-adjective covering the 'pleasant, delightful, joyful' senses: pleasure of a cheerful, lighthearted kind. Typical contexts include merry company, a delightful gathering, or an incident that makes you smile.
    あなたは昨日きのう愉快ゆかいに過すごしましたか。↗
    Did you enjoy yourself yesterday?

「楽しい」 covers the plain 'fun' sense—times and activities you personally enjoy—while 愉快 leans toward pleasant, delightful, joyful feelings with a cheerful, lighthearted flavor.

Usage comparisons are AI-assisted and cross-checked by multiple models; for study reference only

Japanese equivalents
See also

JLPT vocabulary levels are community estimates, not official (no official lists have been published since the 2010 revision).

Say it right, write it right

Core lookup works fully offline, with cloud pronunciation and one-tap save & review. Free, no sign-up.

Free downloadWindowsFree downloadmacOSDownload on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
MobileiOS / Android

Android

QR code for the Google Play pageGet it on Google Play

Scan it with your Android phone to install, or search for “Tomoshi” on Google Play.

iOS

QR code for the App Store pageDownload on the App Store

Scan it with your iPhone camera to install, or search for “Tomoshi” in the App Store.

Install the browser extensionLook words up on any web page · Chrome / Edge / Safari

Screenshot of a Tomoshi lookup resultScreenshot of Tomoshi lookup results on a phone

Windows macOS Chrome / Edge / Safari extension iOS / Android