How to Pronounce "happy as a clam"
expression
HAP-ee az uh KLAM
HAP-ee az uh KLAM
Definition
This expression means to be very happy or content, often in a calm and relaxed way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæpi/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɫæm
British English
hˈæpi/ /ˈæs/ /æɪ/ /klˈæm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAP-ee az uh KLAM
UK
HAP-ee az uh KLAM
Listen in Context
After getting his present, Tom was happy as a clam.
She feels happy as a clam on her vacation.
The kids were happy as a clam after the party.
I'm happy as a clam just relaxing at home this weekend.