No. 1,167 in Japanese
幸い
"幸い" means "happiness" or "luck."
In a sentence
幸い、雨が止んでくれて助かりました。
Fortunately, the rain stopped, and it was a relief.
幸い is used to express a favorable condition or circumstance.
彼がお役に立てたなら幸いです。
If he could be of help, that would be fortunate.
幸い is used to express a desired or considered fortunate outcome.
この計画が成功すれば、幸いと存じます。
If this plan succeeds, I would regard it as fortunate.
幸い is used to express hope or a wish for a favorable outcome.
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