Happy medium Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈhæpi/ /ˈmidiəm

HAP-ee MEE-dee-um

UK

hˈæpi/ /mˈiːdiəm

HAP-ee MEE-dee-um

Definition

A situation or solution that is a compromise between two extremes, not too much and not too little.

Usage & Nuances

Used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing compromise or balance. Often found in phrases like 'find a happy medium.' It does not refer to emotions, despite the word 'happy'; it's about balance.

• Spanish: punto medio - término medio - equilibrio
• Portuguese (BR): meio-termo - equilíbrio
• Portuguese (PT): meio-termo - equilíbrio
• Chinese (Simplified): 折中 - 中庸
• Chinese (Traditional): 折衷 - 中庸
• Hindi: संतुलन - बीच का रास्ता
• Arabic: حل وسط - توازن
• Bengali: মধ্যবর্তী সমাধান - সোনার মাঝপথ
• Russian: золотая середина
• Japanese: ほどよい折り合い - 妥協点
• Vietnamese: giải pháp trung hòa - giải pháp trung dung
• Korean: 적당한 타협점 - 중간선
• Turkish: orta yol - uzlaşı noktası
• Urdu: درمیانہ راستہ - مناسب حل
• Indonesian: jalan tengah - kompromi

Example Sentences

We need to find a happy medium between work and rest.

basic

This price is a happy medium for both sides.

basic

She always tries to choose a happy medium in arguments.

basic

It's hard to find a happy medium between saving money and having fun.

natural

He never wants to compromise, but I think a happy medium is best.

natural

Let’s aim for a happy medium so everyone feels included.

natural