Match made in heaven

Meaning

The idiom "match made in heaven" refers to a couple or pair that is considered perfect for each other, as if they were meant to be together. It often implies that the two people involved are compatible and share many commonalities.

Usage

• "Sam and Emily are a match made in heaven - they have been together since high school and have an unbreakable bond."
• "The new CEO's leadership style has been a match made in heaven for the struggling company."
• "After dating for a year, Sarah and James realized that they were a perfect match made in heaven."
• "The two best friends are like a match made in heaven - they complement each other perfectly."
• "The new restaurant's menu is a match made in heaven - it has something for everyone."

Roots and History

The idiom "match made in heaven" dates back to at least the 16th century. It appears in various forms throughout history, including "a match made on earth" and "a match made in hell". The phrase gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in romance novels and media.

Synonyms in English

• A perfect fit
• Made for each other
• A natural match
• Two peas in a pod
• A soulmate

Synonyms in other languages

• In Japanese, "couple matching" ( coupleの適合 )
• In French, "couple complémentaire" ( complementary couple )
• In Spanish, "parea perfecta" ( perfect pair )
• In Italian, "coppia perfetta" ( perfect couple )
• In Portuguese, "pareja perfeita" ( perfect couple )

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