Meaning
To feel extremely comfortable, happy, or content.
Cultural Background
Often associated with the 'sobremesa'—the long conversation after a meal. If the food was good and the company is better, someone will inevitably say they are 'en la gloria.' Used frequently to describe the relief of shade or a cool breeze in hot climates. It carries a sense of profound gratitude for small comforts. Can be used when someone is finally free of a 'quilombo' (a mess or problem). Being 'en la gloria' means having peace of mind. Commonly used in the context of family gatherings and the comfort of home. It emphasizes the warmth of the 'hogar' (home).
Use it for the 'Siesta'
If you want to sound like a native, use this phrase immediately after waking up from a nap.
Don't use 'Ser'
Saying 'Soy la gloria' sounds like you are calling yourself 'The Glory' (a name or a title), which is very weird.
Meaning
To feel extremely comfortable, happy, or content.
Use it for the 'Siesta'
If you want to sound like a native, use this phrase immediately after waking up from a nap.
Don't use 'Ser'
Saying 'Soy la gloria' sounds like you are calling yourself 'The Glory' (a name or a title), which is very weird.
The 'Saber a Gloria' trick
When someone cooks for you, say 'Esto sabe a gloria' to make them very happy.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'estar'.
Yo ______ en la gloria en mi cama nueva.
We use 'estoy' because it is the first person singular of 'estar', which is required for this idiom.
Which sentence is correct?
Select the natural Spanish expression:
The idiom requires the feminine article 'la' and the verb 'estar'.
Match the situation to the feeling.
You just finished a 10km run and you are sitting in a cool pool.
'Estar en la gloria' describes the intense relief and comfort of the cool pool.
Complete the dialogue.
Juan: '¿Cómo estás en tu nueva casa?' Maria: '________, es muy tranquila.'
Maria is expressing her satisfaction and peace in her new home.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesYo ______ en la gloria en mi cama nueva.
We use 'estoy' because it is the first person singular of 'estar', which is required for this idiom.
Select the natural Spanish expression:
The idiom requires the feminine article 'la' and the verb 'estar'.
You just finished a 10km run and you are sitting in a cool pool.
'Estar en la gloria' describes the intense relief and comfort of the cool pool.
Juan: '¿Cómo estás en tu nueva casa?' Maria: '________, es muy tranquila.'
Maria is expressing her satisfaction and peace in her new home.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNot usually. You don't say 'Él es en la gloria.' You say 'Él está en la gloria' to describe his current state of happiness.
It has religious origins, but today it is a secular idiom. People of all faiths (or none) use it daily.
'Estar feliz' is general happiness. 'Estar en la gloria' is a more intense, situational feeling of comfort and bliss.
It's a bit too informal. Better to say 'Me siento muy cómodo con esta oportunidad.'
Related Phrases
Saber a gloria
specialized formTo taste like heaven.
Estar en el séptimo cielo
synonymTo be in seventh heaven.
Estar como un rey
similarTo live like a king.
Quedarse en la gloria
builds onTo be left feeling wonderful after an event.
