मतलब
Having a nice time in company.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Gezelligheid is the cornerstone of social life. It is the feeling of being together in a warm, relaxed way. Flemish people also use 'gezellig' frequently, though their social style might be slightly more reserved. Similar to 'hygge', the Dutch 'gezellig' implies a focus on home and simple pleasures. The German 'gemütlich' is the closest cultural cousin to 'gezellig'.
Don't overthink it
If you are with friends and having a good time, it's probably 'gezellig'.
The Dutch soul
Understanding 'gezellig' is the key to understanding the Dutch people.
मतलब
Having a nice time in company.
Don't overthink it
If you are with friends and having a good time, it's probably 'gezellig'.
The Dutch soul
Understanding 'gezellig' is the key to understanding the Dutch people.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the correct form of the adjective.
We hebben een __________ avond gehad.
Because 'avond' is a noun and it follows an indefinite article, we use the inflected form 'gezellige'.
Which sentence is most natural?
Choose the best option:
The first option uses the correct adjective form.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English equivalent.
Match: Een gezellige avond
Gezellig translates best to cozy/sociable.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'Bedankt voor de uitnodiging!' You: 'Graag gedaan, ik hoop op een __________.'
In a social context, you wish for a cozy/nice evening.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासWe hebben een __________ avond gehad.
Because 'avond' is a noun and it follows an indefinite article, we use the inflected form 'gezellige'.
Choose the best option:
The first option uses the correct adjective form.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
Gezellig translates best to cozy/sociable.
Friend: 'Bedankt voor de uitnodiging!' You: 'Graag gedaan, ik hoop op een __________.'
In a social context, you wish for a cozy/nice evening.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
3 सवालYes, a party is often described as 'gezellig'.
No, you can have a 'gezellige middag' (afternoon) too.
Because of the adjective inflection rules in Dutch.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Gezelligheid kent geen tijd
builds onCozy times have no time.
Het was gezellig
similarIt was cozy/nice.
Een gezellig avondje
specialized formA cozy little evening.
Gezellig samenzijn
similarCozy being-together.
