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Some words just feel different: the emotional side of language
At Glossart languages, we believe language is more than words — it’s emotion, memory, and connection. in this post, we explore how some words carry deep cultural meaning that can’t be translated directly. we share why human translation matters, how tone and feeling shape communication, and why slowing down to care about language is more important than ever.
Evangelia Perifanou
12/8/20242 min read
Some Words Just Feel Different: The Emotional Side of Language
by Evangelia Perifanou | Glossart Languages
At Glossart Languages, we live and breathe words. Every day, we read them, teach them, translate them. But over the years, I’ve come to realise that the true beauty of language doesn’t lie only in its structure or logic.
It lives in its feeling.
Some words don’t just carry meaning —they carry memory, emotion, and connection.
There’s No Perfect Translation — And That’s the Magic
Have you ever tried to explain “saudade” in English? Or “sobremesa” in Greek?
Some words hold entire worlds — rituals, sensations, cultural moments. And sometimes, no single translation can truly capture their soul.
That’s not a flaw.
It’s something beautiful.
Because language isn’t just about what we say —it’s about what we feel when we say it.
We Speak With People in Mind — Not Just Projects
At Glossart, we take time to listen deeply — not just to the words, but to the tone behind them.
– Is it warm and open?
– Is it respectful but intimate?
– Is it poetic, nostalgic, bold, or playful?
These nuances matter — not because they’re perfect,
but because they’re personal.
Language is a reflection of who we are.
When it reflects us honestly, it resonates — not just in inboxes, but in hearts.
Why This Matters Now, More Than Ever
In a world rushing toward speed and automation, what makes us human is our ability to pause, feel, and connect.
Your audience doesn’t just want to understand your words.
They want to feel understood.
And that means going beyond accuracy, into intention and care.
So This Month, Let’s Slow Down — And Speak With Soul
Let’s return to why we fell in love with language in the first place.
Not for its rules.
But for its power to bring us closer.
Because if your words carry meaning,
they deserve to be handled with heart.
🌍 Want your message to sound right — and feel even better?
Glossart Languages is here to help you connect with clarity, emotion, and authenticity.
📩 Write to us — we’d love to hear your story and help you tell it, beautifully.
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