in-seventh-heaven
/ɪn ˌsɛv.ənθ ˈhɛv.ən/ IELTSAcademic
idiom
If someone is in seventh heaven, they feel extremely happy and satisfied. It often describes a strong feeling of joy after good news or a wish coming true.
- She was in seventh heaven after the job offer.
- He felt in seventh heaven at the wedding.
Adinary Nuance
In seventh heaven is stronger than happy, pleased, or delighted. It suggests a very high level of joy, often from a special event or success. Writers use it for emotional happiness, not just mild satisfaction. It is more vivid than content and less formal than ecstatic.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- cực kỳ hạnh phúc
- Spanish
- en el séptimo cielo
- Chinese
- 乐翻天
- Japanese
- 有頂天
- Korean
- 매우 행복한
Etymology
The phrase comes from old ideas about seven levels of heaven in religious and philosophical traditions. In English, it has been used since the 1600s to mean great happiness.
Common phrases
in seventh heavenbe in seventh heavenleft in seventh heaven
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Frequently asked questions
- Is in seventh heaven formal or informal?
- It is neutral and common in both speech and writing.
- How is in seventh heaven different from delighted?
- In seventh heaven is stronger and more emotional than delighted.
- Can I use in seventh heaven in business writing?
- Yes, but only when a warm, expressive tone is appropriate.