English is a very strange language. From the way words are pronounced to the difficult grammar structure, I can't imagine having to learn it as a second language. I am glad my primary language is English, however, I do find it cool how in other languages, there are words for things or feelings that cannot be translated into English. Here's a collection of fun, new words to add to your vocabulary.
1. Tsundoku
(Japanese)
The act of leaving a book unread after buying it, typically piling it up together with other such unread books. I do this all the time.
2. Tuqburni
(Arabic)
This literally translates to "You bury me," meaning you feel as if you cannot live without your partner. How romantic!
3. Uffda
(Swedish)
This is a sympathetic word that is used to convey empathy for other people's pain. Ouch.
4. Kilig
(Tagalog)
The silly, bashful rush of emotion and butterflies-in-your-stomach-feeling you get after something good happens, usually with someone you like or have a crush on. How cute!
5. Lihi
(Filipino)
A strange craving for something, usually food. This is usually used when talking about a pregnant woman.
6. Gattara
(Italian)
A woman, usually elderly, who devotes herself to stray cats. (me)
7. Yakamoz
(Turkish)
The reflection of the moonlight on the water. This is such a beautiful word.
8. Layogenic
(Tagalog)
When someone looks hot from far away but you realize as they move closer...nevermind.
9. Abbiocco
(Italian)
The drowsy feeling you get after eating a big meal. I'm totally picturing Thanksgiving...
10. Desenrascanço
(Portuguese)
Being able to quickly improvise any given situation.
11. Verschlimmbessern
(German)
Making something worse when trying to improve it.
12. Ukiyo
(Japanese
Literally translates to "Floating world," meaning a place filled with bliss and living in the moment, forgetting about the stresses that life can bring.
