Music to your ears

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idiom

Something you are happy or satisfied to hear.

When John heard that he passed his final exams, it was music to his ears.
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Often appears as...

  • hearing good news was music to her ears
  • the sound of children laughing was music to his ears

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Positive Reactions

Used when someone hears news they are pleased with, suggesting a feeling of joy or relief.

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Getting the job offer was music to her ears.
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Figurative Use

The phrase is not about actual music but a metaphor for any pleasant or welcome sounds.

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The sizzling sound of frying bacon was music to his ears.
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Emotional Impact

Emphasizes the emotional satisfaction one feels when hearing the spoken 'music'.

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Her daughter's first words were music to her ears.
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