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it made me happy vs it made me feel happy

These phrases are both correct and they are used regularly by English speakers. They convey the same meaning, but the second phrase 'it made me feel happy' is slightly more explicit by including the verb 'feel'. Both phrases are interchangeable depending on personal preference.
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it made me happy

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a simple and common way to express that something caused happiness in the speaker.

Examples:

  • Seeing the sunset made me happy.
  • Her kind words made me happy.
  • Winning the game made me happy.
  • The surprise gift made me happy.
  • The good news made me happy.
  • 7 days ago ... i got positive feedback and it made me happy so i'm back with more cabins :).
  • Mar 12, 2024 ... 42 likes, 5 comments - amanda_raymond on March 12, 2024: "Just a silly little doodle but it made me happy.".
  • Oct 13, 2024 ... First time playing TOTK and it made me happy for allowing me to have revenge on Koroks for making me collect them all in BOTW. Meme. This ...
  • Feb 3, 2019 ... 1234 likes, 93 comments - the_little_oak_learning on February 3, 2019: "It made me happy that so many of you enjoyed my recent drawing about ...
  • Jan 17, 2021 ... Song that features the a sample saying 'the money, it made me happy" before the drop. I should also mention that the sample is downshifted.
  • May 8, 2022 ... 31 likes, 4 comments - jazznwinelady on May 8, 2022: "I feel touched by this exhibition, it made me sad , it made me happy and optimistic, ...
  • Oct 7, 2018 ... It made me happy to see so many familiar faces in the audience. Pay attention to the people that always show up for you. They're the real ...
  • Sep 28, 2024 ... When Alex Jones replied to me calling me an "evil puppet", it made me happy to know I made a deranged nut job unhappy.
  • Feb 18, 2013 ... schizmo said: It made me happy to see Dominic Dierkes on last nights Workaholics. It would be fantastic to see the rest of Derrick Comedy on ...

Alternatives:

  • it brought me joy
  • it filled me with happiness
  • it lifted my spirits
  • it put a smile on my face
  • it cheered me up

it made me feel happy

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a slightly more explicit way to express that something caused happiness in the speaker by including the verb 'feel'.

Examples:

  • The kind gesture made me feel happy.
  • The beautiful music made me feel happy.
  • His success made me feel happy.
  • The thoughtful gift made me feel happy.
  • The warm sunshine made me feel happy.
  • Oct 28, 2013 ... I know it looks summery...but it made me feel happy! · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • Nov 26, 2008 ... ... It made me feel happy for the first time ever' Julie Bindel, feminist writer and activist. I loved Mamma Mia! beyond any other film that I've ...
  • Jan 13, 2023 ... I found this while playing Deus Ex: Mankind Divided. It made me feel happy seeing us in a game. Humour.
  • May 17, 2017 ... It made me feel happy and I would dance around the room like a princess. You may be asking, what is the significance of the little black ...
  • Apr 21, 2023 ... It made me feel happy that I could be accepted for who I was. Also, the kids and some of the staff here at Cookson Hills have gone through ...
  • ... It made me feel happy . . You can shop the T-Shirt with code katrina15 to save 15% off @posh.pomegranate . Shop the bag and heels with code katrina15 for ...
  • Dec 9, 2019 ... What personal qualities are important in your family? When i retired from teaching, it made me feel happy and like i did something amazing ...
  • Aug 17, 2023 ... I was playing everything fast. Everyone kept telling me, “slow down!” I wanted to listen because it made me feel happy to be there. So with my ...
  • Jun 23, 2016 ... It made me feel happy that these 11-year-old kids have aspirations to help their communities and countries. Other popular profession choices ...

Alternatives:

  • it made me happy
  • it brought me joy
  • it filled me with happiness
  • it lifted my spirits
  • it put a smile on my face

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