German Word of the Day — 2nd of Feb, 2026

Gemütlichkeit

/ge-MÜT-lih-kite/  • noun

a state of warmth and friendliness; coziness

Gemütlichkeit Listen to pronunciation

Examples

Wir haben einen Abend mit viel Gemütlichkeit verbracht.

We spent an evening filled with coziness.

Das Restaurant hat eine tolle Gemütlichkeit.

The restaurant has a great warmth and friendliness.

Gemütlichkeit ist wichtig für die deutsche Kultur.

Coziness is important in German culture.

Synonyms

Behaglichkeit Zufriedenheit

Usage

Commonly used to describe a cozy atmosphere, especially in social settings, reflecting a sense of community and comfort.

2nd of Feb, 2026 Feb 3

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