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bliss
A state of complete, deep, and lasting happiness and inner contentment. It describes a very intense and fulfilling feeling.
Nach der Geburt ihres Kindes empfand sie ein Gefühl reiner Glückseligkeit.
After the birth of her child, she felt a sense of pure bliss.
The word is an intensification of 'Glück' (happiness/luck). It combines 'Glück' with the adjective 'selig' (blessed, deeply happy), which points to a very deep, almost spiritual contentment.
Sie blickte ihr neugeborenes Baby mit einem Ausdruck reiner Glückseligkeit an.
She looked at her newborn baby with an expression of pure bliss.
'Glückseligkeit' (bliss) is a word of elevated language. It is used for rare, very intense, and profound moments of happiness, not for everyday joy.
In diesem Moment des Friedens empfand er eine tiefe Glückseligkeit.
In that moment of peace, he felt deep bliss.
The word is often described as a state or feeling. Typical formulations are 'ein Zustand der Glückseligkeit' (a state of bliss) or 'ein Gefühl von Glückseligkeit empfinden' (to feel a sense of bliss).
Nach dem Gipfelaufstieg befanden sich die Bergsteiger in einem Zustand der Glückseligkeit.
After reaching the summit, the mountaineers were in a state of bliss.
happiness / luck
'das Glück' and 'die Glückseligkeit' both describe very positive feelings. 'Glück' is the normal, broad word for happiness and contentment. 'Glückseligkeit' is much stronger: it means a deep, almost complete happiness that feels very fulfilling. In everyday life, people usually use 'Glück'. 'Glückseligkeit' is more suitable for special moments, very strong feelings, or somewhat elevated language.
In diesem stillen Moment am Meer empfand sie eine tiefe Glückseligkeit.
In that quiet moment by the sea, she felt a deep bliss.
Nach der bestandenen Prüfung konnte er sein Glück kaum fassen.
After passing the exam, he could hardly believe his happiness.