Gemütlichkeit
coziness, warmth, comfortable atmosphere
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ɡəˈmyːt.lɪç.kaɪ̯t/
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Cultural Note
Gemütlichkeit is one of Germany's most famous untranslatable words. It encompasses coziness, warmth, belonging, and unhurried contentment — especially in the company of loved ones. It's central to German celebrations: a Weihnachtsmarkt without Gemütlichkeit would be unthinkable. The Oktoberfest song 'Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit' celebrates this very concept.
📝 Example Sentences
Im Winter lieben wir die Gemütlichkeit.
In winter we love the coziness.
Gemütlichkeit gehört zu jedem deutschen Fest.
Gemütlichkeit belongs to every German celebration.
Hier herrscht eine echte Gemütlichkeit.
There's a real cozy atmosphere here.