How to Say “Happy” in Old English

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blīþe
The English phrase 'happy' translates to blīþe in Old English.
blīþe is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is contented or joyous.
Meaning: contented, joyous (adj)

Did you know?

  • The word blīþe is the ancestor of modern 'blithe', which still means carefree and cheerful.
  • The root of blīþe is shared with the Old High German word blīthi and the Old Norse word blīðr, showing that this specific way of describing joy was common across early Germanic tribes.

Examples in context

  • He is swīðe blīþe.
    He is very happy.

Example conversation

A simple cottage in the countryside.

  1. Godric

    Eart þū blīþe, Mildryth?
    Are you happy, Mildryth?
  2. Mildryth

    Ġēa, iċ eom swīðe blīþe.
    Yes, I am very happy.
  3. Godric

    God þē selle blīþnesse.
    May God give you happiness.
  4. Mildryth

    God lufie þē, Godric.
    May God love you, Godric.

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