Gezellig is a Dutch term that is difficult to translate directly to English, but it generally refers to a cozy and convivial atmosphere or feeling of togetherness. It can describe a person, a physical space, a social gathering, or a mood. The word encompasses everything from cozy to friendly, from comfortable to relaxing, and from enjoyable to gregarious. It is often associated with warmth, comfort, and hospitality, and is an important aspect of Dutch culture. The adjective gezellig can be used in a wide variety of situations, such as to describe a room, restaurant, or café as cozy or inviting, or a party as having a relaxed atmosphere with nice people and cozy surroundings. Gezellig can also be used as an exclamation, which can either carry the meanings described above or be used sarcastically or ironically or to express enthusiasm for an upcoming event such as one of the above. The antonym to gezellig is ongezellig, which is used to describe places and situations that are uninviting, lacking in warmth or atmosphere, or a person who is cold, distant, unsociable, or unwilling to engage in a social situation.