Over the Moon — Meaning, Usage & Examples

What it means...

Extremely happy, thrilled, or delighted about something.

Being over the moon means your joy is so overwhelming it feels like you could float — it's used for great news or wonderful surprises that leave you genuinely elated.

Use it when…

When someone receives wonderful news they've been hoping for
When expressing overwhelming happiness about a personal achievement
When someone is visibly ecstatic about an opportunity or outcome

Don’t confuse with...

"On Cloud Nine"

—

Very similar — also means extremely happy; on cloud nine implies a blissful, dreamy state

"Thrilled"

—

Excited and happy — over the moon is stronger and more poetic in feeling

"Over the Moon"

—

Feeling overwhelming joy and excitement about something wonderful

Where you’ll hear it

You’ll hear the "Over the Moon" idiom in real life — at work, in relationships, or in the media.

Work & Business

Office Conversations

She was over the moon when she found out she'd been promoted to director.

Relationships & Social Life

Friends

He's over the moon about the new baby — you can see it on his face all week.

Media & Everyday Life

TV Shows / Movies

She's absolutely over the moon — it's the role she's been waiting her whole career for.

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Use it like this

Here’s how to use "Over the Moon" idiom naturally in real conversations, with real examples.

Work & Business

Meetings

Boss

How did the team react to the bonus announcement?

You

They were over the moon. Best energy I've seen in months.

Relationships

Honest conversations

Friend

Did you get the apartment?

You

I did! I'm absolutely over the moon — it's exactly what I wanted.

Everyday Conversations

Storytelling

Friend

How did your parents react when you told them?

You

They were over the moon. My mum cried. Best reaction I could have hoped for.

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Last updated:

April 20, 2026

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