Pronunciation: HYGGE [H(Y)OO-GUH]

Our Definition

That feeling of contentment you get from a well-curated, cozy, and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Other definitions to consider:

Merriam Webster

A quality of coziness and contentment

The English Oxford Dictionary

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?’

From blogger Hygge House

Hygge (pronounced hue-guh not hoo-gah) is a Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out, ordinary or extraordinary as cosy, charming or special. Hygge (or to be “hyggeligt”) doesn't require learning “how to”, adopting it as a lifestyle or buying anything.