With open arms Meaning in English
expression
ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ/ /ˈoʊpən/ /ˈɑɹmz
WITH / WITH OH-puhn ARMZ
wˈɪð/ /ˈəʊpən/ /ˈɑːmz
WITH OH-puhn AHMZ
Definition
To welcome someone very warmly and happily, showing a lot of kindness and friendliness.
Usage & Nuances
This is an idiom used in both formal and informal settings. Often used for arrivals, returns, or new members, it emphasizes warmth and a genuine welcome. Not for literal physical actions—focuses on feelings and attitude.
Spanish: con los brazos abiertosPortuguese (BR): de braços abertosPortuguese (PT): de braços abertosChinese (Simplified): 张开双臂地欢迎Chinese (Traditional): 張開雙臂地歡迎Hindi: खुले दिल सेArabic: بكل ترحابBengali: খোলা হাতে - আন্তরিকভাবে গ্রহণ করাRussian: с распростёртыми объятиямиJapanese: 歓迎の気持ちで - 両手を広げてVietnamese: với vòng tay rộng mởKorean: 따뜻하게 맞이하다 - 두 팔 벌려Turkish: kollarını açarak - sıcak bir şekilde karşılamaUrdu: کھلے بازوؤں کے ساتھIndonesian: dengan tangan terbuka
Example Sentences
They welcomed us with open arms.
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New students are accepted with open arms at our school.
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When I came home, my family greeted me with open arms.
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Don't worry—I'm sure you'll be received with open arms in your new job.
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Whenever I visit my grandparents, they hug me with open arms.
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After years away, she returned to her hometown and was welcomed with open arms by everyone.
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