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Im siebten Himmel sein
To be extremely happy, blissful, or in a state of euphoria
In German
Im siebten Himmel sein
Im ZEEB-ten HIM-mel zine
Literal Translation
To be in the seventh heaven
Meaning
To be extremely happy, blissful, or in a state of euphoria.
Equivalent:"To be in seventh heaven / on cloud nine"
Origin:This idiom has ancient theological and philosophical roots, referring to the highest and most sacred level of heaven, associated with ultimate bliss and divine presence.
Example Sentences
- 1
Seit ihrer Hochzeit ist sie im siebten Himmel.
Since her wedding, she's been in seventh heaven.
- 2
Als er die Meisterschaft gewann, war er im siebten Himmel.
When he won the championship, he was in seventh heaven.
FAQ
How do you say "To be extremely happy, blissful, or in a state of euphoria" in German?
"To be extremely happy, blissful, or in a state of euphoria" in German is "Im siebten Himmel sein" (Im ZEEB-ten HIM-mel zine). Example: Seit ihrer Hochzeit ist sie im siebten Himmel..
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