German word

erfreut

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈfʁɔʏ̯t/

Meaning

  • adjectivepleased

Example

Wir sind sehr erfreut über die Einladung.

We are very pleased about the invitation.

Illustration for erfreut (pleased)

More examples

Sie war erfreut über die schnelle Antwort.

She was pleased about the quick reply.

Core concept

A mood brightened by welcome news or a favorable situation.

Common phrases

  • erfreut über die Einladung

    pleased about the invitation

  • erfreut über die Nachricht

    pleased about the news

Similar words

glücklich: Experiencing deep, heartfelt happiness.
froh: Feeling relieved and glad about a positive turn of events.
zufrieden: Feeling satisfied with how expectations or requirements have been met.
begeistert: Filled with strong excitement, admiration, and enthusiasm.

Definition in German

aufgrund einer positiven Nachricht oder Situation froh gestimmt sein

Word origin

Erfreut is the past participle of erfreuen, formed with er- and the inherited Germanic verb freuen, and used adjectivally for a pleased state.

Usage tips

  • The cause of pleasure commonly follows über, as in erfreut über die Einladung.

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