The feel of Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfiɫ/ /ˈəv

thuh FEEL uhv

UK

ðə, ði/ /fˈiːl/ /ˈɒv

thuh FEEL ov

Definition

A way something physically or emotionally affects you, especially how it touches, moves, or creates an impression on you.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly describes physical sensations ('the feel of silk'), but also atmosphere or experience ('the feel of a place'). Used with nouns: 'the feel of + [something]'. Not usually used for emotions alone—focuses on sensory or overall impressions.

• Spanish: la sensación de
• Portuguese (BR): a sensação de
• Portuguese (PT): a sensação de
• Chinese (Simplified): ……的感觉
• Chinese (Traditional): ……的感覺
• Hindi: का अहसास
• Arabic: إحساس بـ
• Bengali: স্পর্শ - অনুভূতি
• Russian: ощущение - чувство (общее впечатление)
• Japanese: 感触 - 雰囲気
• Vietnamese: cảm giác
• Korean: 느낌
• Turkish: hissi - dokusu (fiziksel)
• Urdu: احساس - لمس (محسوس)
• Indonesian: rasa

Example Sentences

I love the feel of warm sand under my feet.

basic

She doesn't like the feel of wool on her skin.

basic

I miss the feel of home.

basic

There's nothing quite like the feel of fresh sheets after a long day.

natural

He enjoys the feel of driving with the windows down.

natural

Some people love the feel of city life, while others prefer the countryside.

natural