A2Emotions

Sich freuen wie ein Schneekönig

To be extremely happy, delighted, or overjoyed

In German

Sich freuen wie ein Schneekönig

Zikh FROY-en vee ine SHNAY-kö-nich

Literal Translation

To rejoice like a snow king

Meaning

To be extremely happy, delighted, or overjoyed.

Equivalent:"To be as happy as a king / to be overjoyed"

Origin:The origin is debated, but one theory suggests it refers to the wren (Zaunkönig), which sings even in winter, or to a tradition where a 'snow king' was chosen for winter festivities and was thus very happy.

Example Sentences

1
Er hat das Spiel gewonnen und freut sich wie ein Schneekönig.
He won the game and is as happy as a king.
2
Die Kinder freuen sich wie Schneekönige auf Weihnachten.
The children are overjoyed about Christmas.

FAQ

How do you say "To be extremely happy, delighted, or overjoyed" in German?

"To be extremely happy, delighted, or overjoyed" in German is "Sich freuen wie ein Schneekönig" (Zikh FROY-en vee ine SHNAY-kö-nich). Example: Er hat das Spiel gewonnen und freut sich wie ein Schneekönig..

To feel extremely happy, peaceful, and content, as if in an ideal place

Sich wie im Paradies fühlen

Zikh vee im PAH-ra-dees FY-len

To butter someone up, to flatter someone excessively

Jemandem Honig um den Mund schmieren

YE-man-dem HOH-nich oom den MOONT SHMEE-ren

To confide in someone, to share one's deepest feelings, thoughts, or worries

Sein Herz ausschütten

Zine HAIR-ts OUS-shy-ten

To ignore someone or treat them in an unfriendly, aloof, or dismissive manner

Die kalte Schulter zeigen

Dee KAL-te SHUL-ter TSIGH-gen