Above The Chaos, Missing English Words

In the course of Our adventures through Reality, We encounter Word Tools in various cultures that point towards various aspects of Reality that are lacking Our home language.

Here is a starting collection of concepts lacking a word in English. Please help Us build the list!

1. Ikigai (Japanese): A reason for being or purpose in life.
2. Fika (Swedish): A coffee break centered on socializing.
3. Ataraxia (Greek): A state of serene calmness.
4. Dépaysement (French): Disorientation felt in a foreign country.
5. Torschlusspanik (German): Fear of diminishing opportunities as one ages.
6. Saorsa (Scottish Gaelic): Freedom, liberty, independence.
7. Murr-ma (Waanyi): Awe felt standing on a beach looking out to the horizon. HorizonAwe
8. Kaizen (Japanese): Continuous improvement.
9. Shinrin-yoku (Japanese): Forest bathing; relaxation among trees.
10. Waldeinsamkeit (German): Solitude in the woods.
11. Muditā (Sanskrit): Taking delight in the happiness of others.
12. Trepverter (Yiddish): Words that come too late.
13. Kreng-jai (Thai): The feeling of not wanting to impose on someone.
14. Tima (Icelandic): To have the heart to do something.
15. Nunchi (Korean): The subtle art of gauging others’ moods.
16. Sprezzatura (Italian): Effortless grace.
17. Ilunga (Tshiluba): A person ready to forgive any abuse for the first time, tolerate it a second time, but never a third time.
18. Luftmensch (Yiddish): A person who is more concerned with lofty ideals than practical matters.
19. Kilig (Filipino): The feeling of butterflies in your stomach when something romantic happens.
20. Fargin (Yiddish): To wholeheartedly appreciate the happiness and success of others.
21. Sukha (Sanskrit): Lasting happiness not dependent on external circumstances.
22. Chutzpah (Yiddish): Supreme self-confidence; audacity.
23. Jouska (Finnish): A hypothetical conversation you play out in your head.
24. Psithurism (Ancient Greek): The sound of the wind in the trees.
25. Flâneur (French): A person who saunters around observing society.
26. Gaman (Japanese): Enduring the seemingly unbearable with patience and dignity.
27. Jugaad (Hindi): An innovative fix or work-around.
28. Sehnsucht (German): Yearning for a far-off, indefinite something.
29. Utepils (Norwegian): Sitting outside on a sunny day enjoying a beer.
30. Schadenfreude (German): Pleasure derived from another's misfortune.
31. Samar (Arabic): Staying up late talking and enjoying oneself with friends.
32. Sisu (Finnish): Extraordinary determination and courage in adversity.
33. Meraki (Greek): Doing something with soul, creativity, or love.
34. Komorebi (Japanese): Sunlight filtering through leaves.
35. Mångata (Swedish): Moon's reflection on water.
36. Yuanfen (Chinese): A relationship by fate or destiny.
37. Fernweh (German): An ache for distant places; a desire to travel.
38. Ubuntu (Zulu/Xhosa): Human kindness and the interconnectedness of humanity.
39. Hyggelig (Danish): Cozy, pleasant, and comfortable atmosphere.
40. Hygge (Danish): Cozy and comfortable conviviality with feelings of wellness.
41. Gezellig (Dutch): Cozy, pleasant atmosphere; belonging.
42. Gezelligheid (Dutch): Warm, cozy atmosphere and social interaction
43. Saudade (Portuguese): Deep nostalgic longing for something or someone loved but absent.
44. Kefi (Greek): The spirit of joy, passion, enthusiasm, high spirits, and frenzy.
45. Mysa (Swedish): To be engaged in an activity that is comfortable and enjoyable.
46. Gigil (Filipino): Irresistible urge to pinch or squeeze something cute.
47. Lagom (Swedish): Living a balanced, moderately paced life.
48. Desenrascanço (Portuguese): The ability to artfully disentangle oneself from a difficult situation.
49. Resfeber (Swedish): Restless race of a traveler’s heart before the journey.
50. Schwellenangst (German): Fear of crossing a threshold into something new.
51. Toska (Russian): A deep, existential sadness or longing. A deep and painful sense of longing or melancholy.
52. Retrouvailles (French): Joy of meeting or finding someone again after a long time.
53. Sobremesa (Spanish): Time spent lingering at the table after a meal.
54. Goya (Urdu): The transporting suspension of disbelief in good storytelling.
55. Pavlova (Russian): A delicate, beautiful metaphor for something.
56. Forelsket (Norwegian): Euphoria experienced while falling in love.
57. Duende (Spanish): The mysterious power that a work of art has to deeply move a person.
58. Wabi-sabi (Japanese): Appreciation of the beauty in imperfection and transience.
59. Sobukwe Clause (South African): Detention without trial.
60. Guanxi (Chinese): Social networks and influential relationships.
61. Yūgen (Japanese): Profound awareness of the universe that triggers a deep emotional response.
62. Hiraeth (Welsh): Homesickness for a home you can't return to or that never existed.
63. Natsukashii (Japanese): Nostalgia for a time that was happy and pleasant.
64. Açık kapı (Turkish): The feeling of keeping a door open to new opportunities.
65. Han (Korean): A complex feeling of sorrow, resentment, and grief, often related to the historical suffering of a people.
66. Mono no aware (Japanese): An awareness of the impermanence of things and a gentle sadness at their passing.
67. Niksen (Dutch): The art of doing nothing and enjoying it.
68. Déjà vu (French): The feeling of having already experienced the present situation.
69. Engentado (Spanish): Feeling overwhelmed in crowded places.
70. Hyggekrog (Danish): A cozy nook or corner where one can relax.
71. Orenda (Iroquoian): A mystical force present in all people that empowers them to affect the world or to effect change in their own lives.

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