B1adjectiveemotions
US/dɪˈlaɪ.tɪd/
UK/dɪˈlaɪ.tɪd/
very pleased and happy about something
In context
My grandmother was delighted when we visited her in Hue for Tet.
We are delighted to welcome you to our new office in District 1.
She was delighted with her exam results and called her parents straight away.
Words that go with delighted
adjective + preposition
- delighted withThe customers were delighted with the fast delivery.
- delighted to hearI was delighted to hear that you got the job.
- delighted atFans were delighted at the news of a second concert.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely delightedThe team was absolutely delighted with the win.
- more than delightedWe would be more than delighted to help you move house.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I was very delighting with the gift.Correct: I was delighted with the gift.