być w siódmym niebie

to be on cloud nine, to be in seventh heaven

Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation

/bɨt͡ɕ v ˈɕudmɨm ˈɲɛbjɛ/

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Cultural Note

The concept of 'siódme niebo' (seventh heaven) has roots in both Christian and Islamic traditions, referring to the highest level of paradise. Poles use this expression to describe peak happiness, especially in romance. It's one of the most romantic Polish idioms and appears frequently in love songs and poetry.

📝 Example Sentences

Od kiedy się spotykamy, jestem w siódmym niebie.

Since we've been dating, I've been on cloud nine.

Była w siódmym niebie, kiedy się jej oświadczył.

She was in seventh heaven when he proposed to her.

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