What do Danes say when things aren't so cosy?

Danes, often hailed as some of the happiest people on Earth, love nothing more than to hygge. That could mean reading a book while snuggling in a blanket, or a cozy night in with loved ones, laughing in the velvety candlelight with a cup of hot chocolate, gløgg (mulled wine) or coffee, depending on the time of day and year.

Bun even they have rainy days. So what do they do, then, when there isn’t any help to be had from these cozy accompaniments? They say the magical word: ‘pyt’ [‘pyd’]. 

• The power of 'pyt' had changed the atmosphere from potentially bleak to one of relief
• 'Pyt' was chosen as the nation's favourite word, which is a reflection of Danes' desire to take it easy and relax.
• Children at kindergarten and primary school use the word to diffuse a tense...