A spring in your step

Meaning

A light, energetic manner that suggests optimism or excitement.

Usage

Used when someone looks peppy or their mood is noticeably buoyant.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Walking imagery where a springy gait signals joy.

A 19th-century expression that appeared in Victorian novels describing happy characters.