CUNY - College of Staten Island - English Language Institute



CUNY - College of Staten Island: The English Language Institute (ELI) of the Center for Global Engagement has offered innovative academic programs for students learning English as a Second Language since the late 1970’s. Our course of study is designed to challenge and engage students. Students are immersed in the language, culture, and ethnicity of New York City. Classes range from beginner to the advanced level.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Be Over the Moon



The following idioms express happiness:

to be over the moon: "He was over the moon when she agreed to marry him."
to be thrilled to bits: "They were thrilled to bits when they won the lottery."
to be in seventh heaven: "I was in seventh heaven when I learned that I was accepted into medical school."
to be on cloud nine: "He is on cloud nine because he is in love."
to jump for joy: "We jumped for joy when we won the game."



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