What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
glad
Example
I'm so glad you could make it to the party. [glad: adjective]
Example
She was glad to hear that her friend had recovered from the illness. [glad: adjective]
Example
He was glad that he had made the decision to take the job offer. [glad: adjective]
happy
Example
I'm so happy to see you again after all these years. [happy: adjective]
Example
She felt happy and fulfilled in her new job. [happy: adjective]
Example
He was happy with the outcome of the project. [happy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Happy is more commonly used than glad in everyday language. Happy is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while glad is less common and is often used in more formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between glad and happy?
Glad is typically associated with a more formal tone, while happy can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
