Pyt: curiosities

• 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 situation
• Visitors to Denmark can buy their own version of the ‘pyt’ button
• These red-and-white plastic buttons resemble the ones that contestants in TV game shows press when they have the right answer
• Press it and you’ll hear the word “pyt,” reminding you to step back from the situation and refocus.

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, depend...