Meaning
To feel extremely happy or ecstatic.
Cultural Background
Happiness is often associated with 'upward' movement. We say 'cheer up', 'look up', and 'walking on air'. The concept of floating or flying when happy is a near-universal metaphor across many languages.
Use it for big news
Don't use this for small things like finding a dollar. Save it for big life events.
Meaning
To feel extremely happy or ecstatic.
Use it for big news
Don't use this for small things like finding a dollar. Save it for big life events.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct preposition.
I have been walking ___ air all day.
The correct idiom is 'walk on air'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI have been walking ___ air all day.
The correct idiom is 'walk on air'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too informal. Use 'delighted' or 'thrilled' instead.
Related Phrases
On cloud nine
synonymExtremely happy
Over the moon
synonymVery pleased
