No post yesterday as the internet was down from 12:00- 4:30 which was bad enough but I kept getting robo calls telling me they were working on it. Without further ado I present some foreign words/phrases that English has no words for.
From Lebanese/Arabic soubhiye= That quiet time when you're the only one up and you can enjoy your coffee before the day starts.
From Swedish fika=The concept of taking time for yourself with a break for coffee and pastry.
From Greek meraki=Putting your soul and passion into whatever you're doing.
From Polish jakos to bedzie=Trying something new, things will work out in the end.
From Finnish sielunmaisema=A landscape you carry in your heart that feels like home.
From Italian la passeggiata=A ritual stroll with no destination.
From Norwegian utepils=Going outside to enjoy a beer. (Norway is dark and cold most of the year.)
From Spanish sobremesa=The special time after meals when everyone lingers to socialize.
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