cosy
word
/ˈkoʊzi/
/kˈəʊzi/
Definition
Describes a place or situation that feels comfortable, warm, and welcoming, often in a small or intimate way.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for places, such as rooms, homes, or cafes, but can also describe feelings or relationships. In American English, the spelling 'cozy' is more common. Collocates with 'blanket', 'fire', 'evening'. Suggests warmth, comfort, and security.
Spanish: acogedor - cómodoPortuguese (BR): aconchegante - confortávelPortuguese (PT): acolhedor - confortávelChinese (Simplified): 舒适的 - 温馨的Chinese (Traditional): 舒適的 - 溫馨的Hindi: आरामदायक - खुशनुमाArabic: مريح - دافئBengali: আরামদায়ক - স্বচ্ছন্দপূর্ণRussian: уютныйJapanese: 居心地がいい - くつろげるVietnamese: ấm cúngKorean: 아늑한 - 포근한Turkish: rahat - samimiUrdu: آرام دہ - دِلکشIndonesian: nyaman
Example Sentences
The room looks very cosy with all the pillows.
basic
I love to read a book in a cosy chair.
basic
We had a cosy dinner at home.
basic
Their new café is super cosy—the perfect spot to relax on a cold day.
natural
It's so cosy here with the fire burning and the rain outside.
natural
I just want a cosy night in with some tea and a movie.
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