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Aida M. Toro

Relax, girl — here's everything you need to know about hygge

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If you’re all about incorporating cozy vibes throughout your home, then hygge is for you. Many people are probably unaware of the term, however, it’s been the talk of the town, especially during the winter months for the past couple of years.

First and foremost, let’s get to pronouncing the term appropriately. According to Google, hygge is pronounced as “hue-gah” and originates from a sixteenth-century Norwegian term, hugga, which means “to comfort, console, or soothe.” It's also connected to the English word “hug.” 

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