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acceptance
e.g., “Wabi-sabi”
Explore by Emotion
Every culture develops unique words for the emotions that matter most. Discover how different languages capture the full spectrum of human feeling.
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awareness
e.g., “Nunchi”
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bliss
e.g., “Keyif”
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connection
e.g., “Sobremesa”
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contentment
e.g., “Hygge”
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ecstasy
e.g., “Tarab”
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fate
e.g., “Yuan fen”
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gratitude
e.g., “Pura vida”
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humor
e.g., “Jayus”
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longing
e.g., “Mamihlapinatapai”
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melancholy
e.g., “Saudade”
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mischief
e.g., “Tingo”
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passion
e.g., “Meraki”
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peace
e.g., “Dolce far niente”
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politeness
e.g., “Tarof”
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purpose
e.g., “Ikigai”
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resilience
e.g., “Sisu”
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resourcefulness
e.g., “Jugaad”
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unity
e.g., “Ubuntu”
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warmth
e.g., “Gezellig”