Hygge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhʊɡə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hygge is a noun meaning (chiefly UK) A feeling of cosiness, comfort, contentment and conviviality.
Meaning
(chiefly UK) A feeling of cosiness, comfort, contentment and conviviality.
More Meanings
- (chiefly UK) Cosy, convivial.
Example Sentences
According to this now vast popular literature, the creation of an atmosphere of hygge is aided by gløgg (mulled wine), meatballs and cardamom buns.
‘So, where are they all? What's everyone doing?’ ‘They're getting hygge,’ she tells me, making a noise that sounds a little like she has something stuck in her throat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hominess, huggle, homelyness, hokiness, hugfest, hokeyness.
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