Glad tidings Meaning in English
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ˈɡɫæd/ /ˈtaɪdɪŋz
GLAD TY-dingz
ɡlˈæd/ /tˈaɪdɪŋz
gl-AD TY-dingz
Definition
Good news or joyful announcements, often used in a formal or traditional way.
Usage & Nuances
A formal, somewhat old-fashioned way to say 'good news,' often found in literature, religious texts ('bring glad tidings'), or festive speech. Not used much in casual conversation. Use 'good news' in modern, everyday contexts.
Spanish: buenas noticias - buenas nuevasPortuguese (BR): boas notícias - boas novasPortuguese (PT): boas notícias - boas novasChinese (Simplified): 喜讯 - 好消息Chinese (Traditional): 喜訊 - 好消息Hindi: शुभ समाचारArabic: أخبار سارةBengali: সুসংবাদRussian: радостные вестиJapanese: うれしい知らせVietnamese: tin vui - tin tốt lànhKorean: 기쁜 소식Turkish: müjdeli haber - iyi haberUrdu: خوشخبریIndonesian: kabar gembira
Example Sentences
We bring you glad tidings of a new baby in the family!
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The messenger arrived with glad tidings from the king.
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She wrote to share her glad tidings about getting a new job.
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We can't wait to hear your glad tidings—what's the big news?
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Every December, the church bells ring out with glad tidings for the holidays.
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When she walked in smiling, I knew she had some glad tidings to share.
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