Pascuense
Tingo
/TING-go/
The act of gradually stealing all the possessions of a neighbor by borrowing and not returning.
When someone keeps borrowing things and conveniently forgets to return them.
- #dark
- #humor
social
6 phrases for social contexts
Persian
Tarof
/tah-ROFF/
A complex system of politeness involving excessive offers and refusals before accepting.
The elaborate dance of offering tea three times before the guest finally accepts.
- #connection
- #hospitality
Indonesian
Jayus
/JAH-yoos/
A joke so poorly told and so unfunny that one cannot help but laugh.
When someone tells a terrible joke but the awkwardness itself becomes funny.
- #connection
- #humor
Korean
Nunchi
/noon-chee/
The subtle art of listening and gauging others' moods; social awareness and emotional intelligence.
Reading a room to understand the dynamics and responding appropriately without words.
- #connection
- #wisdom
Spanish
Sobremesa
/so-breh-MEH-sah/
The time spent lingering at the table after a meal, talking with family and friends.
Lit. Over the table
The cherished tradition of staying at the dinner table long after the food is finished.
- #connection
- #hospitality
- #love
Dutch
Gezellig
/heh-SELL-ikh/
A cozy, convivial atmosphere with good friends; a warm and fuzzy feeling of togetherness.
Describes both a place and an atmosphere—a café can be gezellig, as can an evening spent with friends.
- #connection
- #cozy
- #joy