Gezelligheid

GLOSSARY

A Dutch word loosely translated as sociability, conviviality, companionableness or snugness and coziness. Pronounced ‘he-ZEL-ukh-hite.’ See also hygge.

Flat design board game icon featuring colorful pawns, dice, and a patterned game board for tabletop play.
Flat design board game icon featuring colorful pawns, dice, and a patterned game board for tabletop play.

Reference:

Peeters, B. (2020). Gezellig: A Dutch cultural keyword unpacked. Meaning, Life and Culture, 61.