Hygge - the

Danish way of
living
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 Let's talk
Answer the following question.

Which of these simple

Listening to
Drinking hot pleasures and indulgences do
music
tea or
Eating you do to lift your mood
chocolate
comfort food Socialising during autumn and winter?
with friends Would you add anything to
the list?

Wearing
Sitting by the Walking in
comfy
fire nature
clothes

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 Let's talk
Answer the following question.

Do you try to create cosiness

and a warm ambience at
home by burning candles,
making a fire, adding
cushions, etc.?

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 Let's talk
Answer the following question.

What do you do to relax after

working hard or experiencing
other challenging or stressful
situations?

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Answer the following question.

What makes it difficult for

you to relax?

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 Let's talk
Answer the following question.

Have you ever done

meditation or practised yoga?
What was your experience
like?

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 Let's talk
Answer the following question.

Have you ever heard of the

concept of hygge?

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 Watching time
Watch the video, and then do the exercises on the following silde.

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 Watching time
1.Answer the questions.
1. Who is Meik Wiking?
2. What is hygge?
3. Is hygge a lifestyle trend or self-help?
4. What type of activities does hygge involve?
2.Provide questions for the answers given.
1. .............................................................................................................................................
It ranked 13th in the report.
2. .............................................................................................................................................
The Meyers decided not to use their phones.
3.............................................................................................................................................
No, they're not. Other people also practise it, but call it something different.
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 Over to you
Discuss the questions connected with the video.

1.Do you like the concept of

hygge? Why/Why not?
2.Do you think that people all
around the world practise hygge,
but Danes just have a name for it?

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 Vocabulary practice
Explain the meaning of the words in the box. Then use them to describe the pictures.

comfy
cosy/cozy
homely
intimate
pleasant
snug
warm
welcoming
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 Vocabulary practice
Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in brackets.

1. Life expectancy in Europe increased greatly in the 20th century. [EXPECT]

2. There are many ways you can express your …………………. to the people who love and support
you. [GRATEFUL]
3. After the operation she was able to enjoy simple …………………. such as walking in the park.
[PLEASE]
4. This restaurant offers delicious food and has a relaxed …………………... [AMBIENT]
5. I rarely go for sugary products, but Belgian hot chocolate is a little …………………. I just can’t resist.
[INDULGE]
6. The book deals with the …………………. of everyday happiness. [PURSUE]
7. Try to master the art of creating an atmosphere of relaxation, warmth and …………………..
[COSY/COZY]
8. The goal of our weekly meetings is to encourage a sense of …………………. among the community.
[TOGETHER]
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 Discussion
Look at the list of activities below. Which of these do you enjoy?
Discuss them one by one.
go foraging go to a go ice-
do crafts
for wild concert skating or
mushrooms sledding

have a few Hygge eat dinner

friends over
activities with family
have a
make a picnic with
bonfire friends
have a treat
cook
play board
go hiking together
games
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 Discussion
Answer the following questions.

When was the last

Do you ever sit down
time you did
and just do nothing?
something for
yourself? What was it?

If your day had two

Is boredom ever good? more hours, how
would you spend
them?

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 Relaxing vocabulary
Look at the words and phrases we can use to talk about relaxing in English. Answer the questions.

Zonk out
Meaning: If you zonk or zonk out,
you relax and fall asleep.
Example: I’ve got plenty of time now
so zonk out for an hour after lunch.

Do you zonk out during

the day?
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 Relaxing vocabulary
Look at the words and phrases we can use to talk about relaxing in English. Answer the questions.

Let one’s hair down

Meaning: When someone can relax and
enjoy their situation uninhibitedly because
they are in a comfortable environment.
Example: Now that I won’t be at the office for
a whole month, I can let my hair down a bit.

In what situations you

can let your hair down?
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 Relaxing vocabulary
Look at the words and phrases we can use to talk about relaxing in English. Answer the questions.

Take it easy
Meaning: to remain calm; not become
agitated or angry, to refrain from hard
work; relax; rest
Example: Woa! Stop nagging me with house
chores! I’m on holiday so I’m just going to
take it easy…

Is it difficult for you to

take it easy?
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 Relaxing vocabulary
Look at the words and phrases we can use to talk about relaxing in English. Answer the questions.

Unwind
Meaning: to relax after a period of
work or tension.
Example: It’s just as well we have some
time to unwind. The office was driving
me crazy!

What is the best way for

you to unwind?
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 Relaxing vocabulary
Look at the words and phrases we can use to talk about relaxing in English. Answer the questions.

Put one’s feet up

Meaning: When we put our feet up,
we usually relax and do nothing.
Example: After such a hard last week
at work, I just need to sit back and put
my feet up for a whole weekend.

When was the last time

you put your feet up?
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you

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