happening
Translation
happening, occurring
Examples
What is happening over there?
What is happening over there?
Something strange is happening.
Something strange is happening.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) happen An accident happened.
((sth.)) happen ((to sb./sth.)) What happened to you?
Similar Words
Synonyms: occur, take place, transpire
Etymology
From Middle English *hapnen*, from *hap* meaning 'chance' or 'fortune'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'happy' things that can 'happen' by 'hap' (chance).