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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Hygge
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noun 1. A quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture).
EXAMPLE SENTENCES
Play Button "We rented a cabin in the mountains to immerse ourselves in hygge for our anniversary weekend."
Play Button "Nothing is more hygge to me than being under a warm blanket in front of a fire with my dog."
Play Button "Some people experience seasonal depression in the winter, but I do all the things to bring on hygge instead."
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Danish, 1960s
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Why This Word?
Get comfortable with this Danish word for "coziness." Elements of hygge include sweaters, couches piled with blankets, candlelight, a warm pastry — basically anything involved with a cozy winter day. This holiday season, light a fire, grab a cup of cocoa, and settle in for a night of hygge. ...
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