on cloud nine
/ɒn klaʊd naɪn/
Meaning
Being 'on cloud nine' means experiencing a state of extreme happiness, elation, or bliss. It is often used to describe a euphoric feeling after a major life achievement, like getting married, landing a dream job, or falling in love. The tone is highly joyful and positive.
Examples
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Ever since she got her acceptance letter, she's been on cloud nine.
Ever since she got her acceptance letter, she's been on cloud nine.
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He was on cloud nine for days after his daughter was born.
He was on cloud nine for days after his daughter was born.
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They were on cloud nine when they bought their first house.
They were on cloud nine when they bought their first house.
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I've been on cloud nine since I won the photography contest.
I've been on cloud nine since I won the photography contest.
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To say he was happy is an understatement; he was on cloud nine.
To say he was happy is an understatement; he was on cloud nine.
Common Mistakes
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✗ After the wedding, they were in cloud nine.
✓ After the wedding, they were on cloud nine.
The correct preposition is 'on', not 'in'.
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✗ She was on the cloud nine when she won.
✓ She was on cloud nine when she won.
Do not use the article 'the' before 'cloud nine'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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He has been ___ since he passed his driving test on the first try.
💡 A state of extreme happiness or elation.
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on cloud nine
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She was ___ when she finally met her favorite actor.
💡 Metaphorical cloud representing bliss.
Show answer
on cloud nine