Some feelings slip quietly between languages.
Across the world, different cultures have shaped words that capture what English can only suggest.

Here, every word holds a world of meaning.

Komorebi (Japanese)

The dappled light that filters through leaves, shifting gently in the breeze — a fleeting beauty caught between earth and sky.

Gemütlichkeit (German)

A deep sense of comfort, belonging, and cozy happiness — often found in warm homes and shared moments.

Hygge (Danish)

The quiet pleasure of cozy moments, shared with loved ones or savored alone, wrapped in warmth and contentment.

Wabi-sabi (Japanese)

An appreciation for the imperfect, the transient, and the simple — a way of seeing beauty in flaws and the passing of time.

Retrouvailles (French)

The sweetness and joy of reuniting with someone after a long separation — a moment when time seems to fold back on itself.

Saudade (Portuguese)

A deep emotional state of nostalgic longing for someone or something absent, touched by love and memory.

Sisu (Finnish)

An extraordinary blend of grit, resilience, and quiet perseverance — the strength to endure when hope runs thin.

Gezelligheid (Dutch)

The warmth of friendly gatherings, a cozy room, or a shared moment that makes you feel deeply at home.