1. Why Learn Topic Vocabulary Through Reading Articles
- Keep your spoken English updated with lifestyle topics.
- Improve and expand your vocabulary.
- Practise grammar in context with many different sentences
2. How to Practise and Improve Your Reading:
1. First, go through the text.
2. Skip any new words you are not sure of.
3. Get a feel of what the topic is about.
4. Then go through the word list for the meaning of the word
5. Finally, read through again without looking at the word list
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3. 'Hygge' Lifestyle Vocabulary List
- Words / Parts of Speech / Meaning
1. cosy (adj), cosiness (n) = comfortable and pleasant
2. concept (n) = idea, principle
3. associate (v) = make a connection in your mind with something
4. contentment (n) = feel happy and satisfied
5. host (v) = to organise the event
6. get-togethers (n) = informal meeting e.g. for special occasions
7. gatherings (n) = party / event where people gather
8. homey (adj) = comfortable, nice feeling
9. vibe (n) = mood, the way it make you feel
10. linens (plural n) = cloth items for home such as bed sheets,tablecloths, pillowcases
11. cuddle up (phrasal v) = sit / lie very close to someone / something
12. savoury (adj) = salty / spicy taste and not sweet
13.up your game (idiom) (informal) = try harder to improve on what you are doing
4. A Hygge Holiday Is All About Peaceful, Quiet And Cosy Surroundings
Hygge, pronounced (Hoo-ga) is a Danish word. It's a concept of the feeling of warmth and cosiness.
Hygge is not something specific that you can buy, because it’s more of a feeling than a possession.
This concept of Danish living is popular and trendy with people in other parts of the world.
Even here in sunny Singapore.
Although we can experience hygge all year round, we associate it more with the colder months.
Perfect for the holiday season.
As it's all about peaceful, cosy atmosphere, it fills you with the feeling of contentment.
Spelling Check!
(Differences between UK & US Spelling)
- cosy, cosiness (UK)
- cozy, coziness (US)
Here are a few, simple ways you can bring holiday hygge into your home this winter season:
1. Host family and friends
The holidays bring so many opportunities to host get-togethers for your loved ones.
Be sure not to stress over these gatherings, hygge parties are relaxed, friendly and homey.
2. Warm lighting
To achieve a great sense of hygge, be sure to light some candles, have a fire or set up string lights.
Warm lighting is essential for a holiday hygge vibe.
3. Cosy linens, blankets and textures
- Get all your soft, fluffy blankets onto your sofa or armchairs. And by the windows.
- This way you can relax and cuddle up with your favourite book.
4. Home cooking and baking
- Cooking some traditional holiday meals and treats will help bring holiday hygge into your home.
- Comfort foods like holiday ham, stews, savoury flatbreads, cookies, cinnamon apple pie will fill your home with soul-warming scents.
- This makes your home feel warm and cosy.
Holiday hygge is easy and comforting. Most people are already doing some holidays hygge without even realising it.
Vocabulary Check!
> comforting (adjective)
> comfortable (adjective)
> comfort (noun)
> comfort (verb)
Now that you know the term for that warm and cosy feeling, you will be able to up your holiday hygge game even further.
Vocabulary Review
e.g.
Wow! I love your new room. It looks so _______. (meaning: comfortable and pleasant) Answer: cosy
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