Dutch · Emotions & States
het geluk
happiness
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The state of being happy.
Example
Geluk is het belangrijkste in het leven.
Happiness is the most important thing in life.
Etymology
'Het geluk' comes from the Middle Dutch word 'gelucke,' which means 'good fortune' or 'prosperity.' It traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*galeikaz,' indicating a positive state of being.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, 'geluk' is common in spoken and written forms, particularly in discussions on well-being, life philosophy, and cultural contexts.