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Glad to know about vs Glad to hear about

Both phrases are correct, and they are similar. 'Glad to know about' is used when someone is happy to have information about something, while 'glad to hear about' is used when someone is happy to receive news or information from someone else.
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Glad to know about

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing happiness about having information about something.

This phrase is used when you are happy to have information about something or someone. It indicates a positive feeling about being aware of a particular fact or situation.

Examples:

  • I'm glad to know about your success.
  • She was glad to know about the new project.
  • He is glad to know about the upcoming event.
  • Mar 6, 2017 ... ... glad to know about my ageing imperfections. This article is more than 7 years old. Michele Hanson. Michele Hanson. Dripping noses and stray ...
  • Jan 31, 2019 ... ... glad to know about your victory - Present Continuous expression. - You learnt it very recently I am glad to h...
  • Sep 24, 2024 ... Glad to know about this event! Non AR Screenshot. I got 2 of these within a week. r/pokemongo ...
  • Aug 15, 2017 ... This phrase is a sign of nourished and well nurtured child that every parent is glad to know about his physical and academic accomplishments.
  • Aug 22, 2018 ... A clever Google Maps trick you'll be very glad to know about if you travel ... As I was prepping for our family vacation to Iceland, I found ...
  • Jan 6, 2024 ... Hi everyone! First of all glad to know about this community. I am an M.A in Clinical Psychology, currently searching for a job in my field ...
  • Apr 12, 2023 ... Glad to know about your success with Phonak. I have Resound that are 4 years old and I am having a lot of trouble hearing, especially in ...
  • Nov 25, 2019 ... As a You've Got Mail completist, I'm glad to know about this subplot, but I'm also really glad it didn't make it into the movie. A sexual ...

Alternatives:

  • happy to be informed about
  • pleased to learn about
  • delighted to find out about

Glad to hear about

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing happiness about receiving news or information from someone else.

This phrase is used when you are happy to receive news or information from someone else. It indicates a positive feeling about being informed by another person.

Examples:

  • I'm glad to hear about your promotion.
  • She was glad to hear about the good news.
  • He is glad to hear about the upcoming party.
  • Jan 11, 2021 ... ... glad to hear about that, Good to know, Happy to hear about it, I am ... I am glad to hear about that, Good to know, Happy to hear about ...
  • re: Glad to hear about 'Old Friends' and some new cast members. Posted by: WaymanWong 07:47 pm EDT 10/24/24. In reply to: re: Glad to hear about 'Old ...
  • Feb 1, 2023 ... Glad to hear about the upcoming S3 monetization reworks, grinded & should have a 1000 to get it for free by next week. News & Discussion.
  • Glad to hear about 'Old Friends' and some new cast members. Last Edit: WaymanWong 01:22 pm EDT 10/23/24. Posted by: WaymanWong 01:10 pm EDT 10/23/24.
  • re: Glad to hear about 'Old Friends' and some new cast members. Posted by: CookFan 01:41 pm EDT 10/24/24. In reply to: re: Glad to hear about 'Old Friends' ...
  • 5 days ago ... Glad to hear about your new hip and being able to walk again. Can't wait to see your rolls. Benny. Log in or register to post comments.
  • Feb 7, 2010 ... "that" being -that another is satisfied. I might say, "I'm glad to hear about that (acerca de/sobre?) when hearing of a loved one's good fortune ...
  • Jun 28, 2024 ... We're so glad to hear about your positive experience at Mission Regional Medical Center! Your comfort and satisfaction are incredibly ...

Alternatives:

  • happy to learn about
  • pleased to find out about
  • delighted to be informed about

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