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hygge
Jan 24, 2017 13:05:29 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2017 13:05:29 GMT -5
New word I have been seeing a lot: hygge Pronunciation /ˈhʊɡə//ˈh(j)uːɡə/ noun
[mass noun] A quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture):
‘why not follow the Danish example and bring more hygge into your daily life?’
[as modifier] ‘count on candlelight —almost a requirement for that special hygge experience’
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What is your hygge?
Mine is my pillow and blanket on my couch with me wearing cozy leggings or pjs (no bra) along with a book or something good on television. The last couple of months my hygge at times included adult coloring and tea. I also enjoy doing my at home spa days.
I realize I am really good practicing hygge.
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hygge
Jan 24, 2017 13:10:33 GMT -5
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Post by Cookies Galore on Jan 24, 2017 13:10:33 GMT -5
I've been seeing that word a lot too! There is a bar in Philly named Bar Hygge. Looks like a sign for me to go! The owners used to own my old neighborhood bar, so I expect good things.
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Jan 24, 2017 14:30:02 GMT -5
Post by NastyWoman on Jan 24, 2017 14:30:02 GMT -5
I think that word approximates the Dutch word "gezelligheid". There is no direct translation for it into English and some of its factors are missing in the description of the Danish word above.
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Post by dannylion on Jan 24, 2017 17:30:03 GMT -5
I kind of suspect the Danes have embraced hygge because it is something they can enjoy that their government has not yet found a way to tax at 52%.
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Jan 24, 2017 19:26:22 GMT -5
Post by Happy prose on Jan 24, 2017 19:26:22 GMT -5
I don't understand the pronunciation symbols. Can someone type it out phonetically for me?
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hygge
Jan 25, 2017 9:17:01 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2017 9:17:01 GMT -5
I don't understand the pronunciation symbols. Can someone type it out phonetically for me?
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hygge
Jan 25, 2017 9:18:32 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jan 25, 2017 9:18:32 GMT -5
You guys need to relax.
You should try hygge.
What would you do to practice it?
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hygge
Jan 25, 2017 13:10:27 GMT -5
Post by Happy prose on Jan 25, 2017 13:10:27 GMT -5
@bluester You're the best!
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Jan 25, 2017 13:54:17 GMT -5
Post by Green Eyed Lady on Jan 25, 2017 13:54:17 GMT -5
I see higgie.
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