bursting-with-joy
/ˈbɜːs.tɪŋ wɪð dʒɔɪ/ IELTSAcademic
idiom
Very full of happiness or excitement. It describes a strong feeling that seems too big to keep inside.
- She was bursting with joy after the news.
- His face was bursting with joy.
Adinary Nuance
Bursting with joy is stronger and more vivid than happy or pleased. It sounds emotional and expressive, while delighted is a little more polished and calm. Writers choose it when they want to show joy that feels almost impossible to contain.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- vui sướng
- Spanish
- rebosante de alegría
- Chinese
- 欣喜若狂
- Japanese
- 喜びにあふれる
- Korean
- 기쁨에 넘친
Etymology
This phrase comes from the literal idea of something so full that it bursts. In English, it became a fixed way to describe strong, overflowing happiness.
Common phrases
bursting with joybursting with happinessbursting with pride
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Frequently asked questions
- Is bursting with joy formal or informal?
- It is neutral and can be used in speaking or writing.
- Is bursting with joy the same as happy?
- It is stronger than happy. It shows very intense joy.
- Can I use bursting with joy in IELTS Writing?
- Yes, if the context is emotional and natural.