Cool MateMeaning of Happy hour
A designated period for discounted drinks at bars or restaurants.
In simple words: A time when drinks are cheaper at bars or restaurants.
Happy hour in a sentence
- Let's meet at the bar during happy hour to save money on drinks.
- Happy hour starts at 5 PM and lasts until 7 PM.
- They always have a great selection during happy hour.
- We had so much fun at happy hour last week with the discounts.
- Many restaurants advertise their happy hour specials online.
How to use Happy hour
Commonly used when talking about social gatherings. Mostly informal; not suitable for formal occasions.
Grammar pattern
fixed expression
Memory hint
Think of 'happy' as a feeling and 'hour' as a short time to enjoy drinks.
Related words
Collocations with Happy hour
- enjoy happy hour
- join happy hour
- happy hour specials
Synonyms for Happy hour
- drink special
- social hour
- cocktail hour
Common mistakes with Happy hour
- Confused with 'happy hour's', thinking it refers to multiple events.
- Incorrectly capitalizing the phrase in sentences.
- Misusing the term to describe any time of the day, instead of a specific promotion.
Happy hour appears in
Happy hour in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ساعة السعادة
وقت تكون فيه المشروبات أرخص في البارات أو المطاعم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হ্যাপি আওয়ার
বার বা রেস্তোরাঁয় যখন পানীয় সস্তা থাকে।
- GermanDeutsch
Happy Hour
Eine Zeit, in der Getränke in Bars oder Restaurants billiger sind.
- SpanishEspañol
Hora feliz
Un momento en el que las bebidas son más baratas en bares o restaurantes.
- Persianفارسی
ساعت خوش
زمانی که نوشیدنیها در بارها یا رستورانها ارزانتر هستند.
- FrenchFrançais
Happy hour
Un moment où les boissons sont moins chères dans les bars ou les restos.
- Hindiहिन्दी
हैप्पी आवर
वह समय जब बार या रेस्तरां में ड्रिंक्स सस्ती होती हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Happy hour
Un momento in cui le bevande costano meno nei bar o nei ristoranti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Happy hour
Uma hora em que as bebidas ficam mais baratas em bares ou restaurantes.
- RussianРусский
Счастливые часы
Время, когда напитки в барах или ресторанах дешевле.
- Urduاردو
Happy hour
وہ وقت جب بار یا ریستوراں میں مشروبات سستے ہوتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
欢乐时光
酒吧或餐厅饮品打折的时间。
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Frequently asked questions about Happy hour
What does Happy hour mean?
A time when drinks are cheaper at bars or restaurants.
What is the definition of Happy hour?
A designated period for discounted drinks at bars or restaurants.
How do you use Happy hour in a sentence?
Let's meet at the bar during happy hour to save money on drinks.
Can you give another example of Happy hour?
Happy hour starts at 5 PM and lasts until 7 PM.
What are synonyms for Happy hour?
Common alternatives include drink special, social hour, cocktail hour.
What words go with Happy hour?
It commonly pairs with enjoy happy hour, join happy hour, happy hour specials.
What are common mistakes when using Happy hour?
Confused with 'happy hour's', thinking it refers to multiple events. Incorrectly capitalizing the phrase in sentences. Misusing the term to describe any time of the day, instead of a specific promotion.
How do you pronounce Happy hour?
US: //ˈhæpi aʊər//, UK: //ˈhæpi aʊər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Happy hour formal or informal?
"Happy hour" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Happy hour?
Commonly used when talking about social gatherings. Mostly informal; not suitable for formal occasions.