German Conversation · Level 115
45 words
German word
euphorisch
Pronunciation
IPA/ɔɪ̯ˈfoːʁɪʃ/
Meaning
- adjectiveelated
Example
Nach dem Spiel waren die Fans euphorisch.
The fans were elated after the game.
More examples
Die Idee machte das Team kurzfristig euphorisch.
The idea made the team euphoric for a short time.
Core concept
An intense burst of happiness or excitement that fills someone immediately after a thrilling success or experience.
Common phrases
euphorisch klingen
sound euphoric
euphorisch wirken
seem euphoric
Similar words
begeistert: Showing strong interest and enthusiasm for something.
glücklich: Feeling contented and calmly happy.
aufgeregt: Highly stirred by joy or anxiety and unable to remain calm.
Definition in German
Ein Adjektiv für intensive, oft kurz andauernde Freude oder Begeisterung.
Word origin
German euphorisch combines the adjective-forming suffix -isch with Euphorie, a word of Greek origin transmitted through later European usage.
Usage tips
- Euphorisch can describe people, moods, or reactions, while an enduring sense of contentment is usually expressed with words such as zufrieden.