Norwegian Word of the Day
hyggelig
HYG-ge-lig • adjective — 2nd of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: pleasant, nice, or friendly in a warm and comfortable way
Examples
- Det var hyggelig å møte deg.
(It was nice to meet you.) - Hun er alltid så hyggelig mot alle.
(She is always so kind to everyone.) - Vi hadde en hyggelig kveld hjemme.
(We had a pleasant evening at home.)
Synonyms
- vennlig
- koselig
- trivelig
Antonyms
- uhyggelig
- ubehagelig
This is one of the most common Norwegian positive words. It is used for people, situations, meetings, and atmospheres that feel pleasant, friendly, or comfortable.
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