Gezellig (adj) -Dutch
Gezellig (adj) (khuh-ZEL-likh) — (cozy, pleasant atmosphere; sense of togetherness)
Dutch: Gezellig (adjective), roughly translates as “cozy” or “pleasant,” but with a deep meaning tied to social connection.
Example sentences:
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Ik vind dit café heel gezellig. (I find this café very cozy.)
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Het was een gezellige avond met vrienden. (It was a pleasant evening with friends.)
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Kerstmis is altijd zo gezellig bij oma. (Christmas is always so cozy at grandma’s.)
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We hadden een gezellig etentje. (We had a pleasant dinner.)
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Het huis voelt meteen gezellig aan. (The house immediately feels cozy.)
Definition:
Gezellig refers to a warm, friendly, and cozy atmosphere, often experienced in the company of loved ones or in pleasant surroundings. It’s one of the most beloved and untranslatable Dutch concepts.