You know when you need a word but the English language fails you? These are my 5 favourite words that exist around the world and are truly brilliant.
1. Mamihlapinatapei
The wordless, yet meaningful look shared by two people who both desire to initiate something but are both reluctant to start. You know you’ve had that moment!
Yagan (indigenous language of Tierra del Fuego)
2. Ilunga
A person who is ready to forgive and forget any first abuse, tolerate it the second time, but never forgive or tolerate on the third offence.
Tshiluba (Southwest Congo)
3. Saudade
The feeling of longing for something or someone that you love and which is lost.
Portuguese
4. Lebensmüde
The word literally means to be tired of life. You have no idea how many times I have needed this word!
German
5. Age-otori
To look worse after a hair cut. We’ve all been there!
Japanese
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