This is the 858th most frequent Latvian word.
prieku
"Prieku" in English means "joy" or "happiness."
"Prieku" is used in the instrumental case to describe the manner of action, indicating the joy with which the subject performs the action.
Ar prieku dodos uz koncertu.
I am going to the concert with joy.
"Prieku" appears as an object of the verb, demonstrating a state or emotion manifesting in the subject.
Viņa sejā parādījās prieku.
Joy appeared on her face.
"Prieku" is the direct object of the verb, expressing an emotion the subject experiences.