Word of the Day: Hiraeth

Can you pronounce hiraeth?

February 7, 2026

Today's Word Brought to You By noun 1. (Especially in the context of Wales or Welsh culture) Deep longing for something, especially one's home. An Easier Way to Dress Well For the discerning man who values effortless style, Collars & Co. refreshes menswear with popular classics like the Original Dress Collar Polo, as well as new arrivals such as the Apex Performance Dress Shirt. Polished polos, sweaters, and other versatile pieces are designed to convey quiet luxury that works from weekday to weekend, whether casual or dressed up. Shop Now *This content is brought to you by our sponsor, which helps keep our content free. "Being back in her college town stirred a hiraeth she hadn't expected." "His stories were filled with hiraeth for people, places, and versions of himself from the past." "Every summer I feel a sense of hiraeth for my childhood spent playing at the beach." Welsh, mid-19th century Many beautiful words come into English from a foreign language because English doesn't already contain a word to exactly fit a certain situation. We might use "homesickness" or "nostalgia" as synonyms to ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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