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glücklich

/ˈɡlʏklɪç/

happy

Antonyms

unglücklich, traurig

Usage Note

'Glücklich' conveys a deep, lasting happiness. For a lighter, everyday 'happy' or 'glad', Germans often use 'froh'. 'Glück' also means 'luck', so 'glücklich' can mean 'lucky' in some contexts.

Example Sentences

Ich bin sehr glücklich, weil ich eine neue Wohnung habe.

I am very happy because I have a new apartment.

Sie sieht heute glücklich aus.

She looks happy today.

Also known as

froh

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