Hiraeth

/ˈhɪraɪ̯θ/ noun

Definition

A deep longing for a home you cannot return to, or one that never existed.

Etymology

From Welsh, predating English. One of the oldest Welsh words.

Kelly Says

Welsh souls carry this in their bones — a longing for a homeland that might only exist in dreams! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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