A2Emotions
Vor Freude an die Decke springen
To be overjoyed, extremely happy and excited
In German
Vor Freude an die Decke springen
For FROY-de an dee DEK-e shpring-en
Literal Translation
Literal TranslationTo jump to the ceiling with joy
Meaning
MeaningTo be overjoyed, extremely happy and excited.
Equivalent:"To jump for joy"
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Als sie die Nachricht von ihrer Beförderung bekam, hätte sie am liebsten vor Freude an die Decke gesprungen.
When she got the news of her promotion, she would have loved to jump for joy.
- 2
Die Kinder sprangen vor Freude an die Decke, als sie das Geschenk sahen.
The children jumped for joy when they saw the gift.
FAQ
How do you say "To be overjoyed, extremely happy and excited" in German?
"To be overjoyed, extremely happy and excited" in German is "Vor Freude an die Decke springen" (For FROY-de an dee DEK-e shpring-en). Example: Als sie die Nachricht von ihrer Beförderung bekam, hätte sie am liebsten vor Freude an die Decke gesprungen..
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