hyvyydentunteen
Hyvyydentunteen is a Finnish term used to describe the subjective experience of goodness or benevolence. It denotes a felt sense of moral satisfaction that can follow acts of kindness, ethical alignment, or perceiving virtue in others.
Etymology: The word combines hyvyys (goodness) and tunteen, the genitive form of tunne (feeling), effectively meaning
Characteristics and triggers: Hyvyydentunteen is often described as accompanied by warmth, calm, or social connectedness. It
Academic status: The term is primarily used in popular and some scholarly discussions of moral emotions. Some
Cultural and linguistic notes: Hyvyydentunteen features in Finnish discussions of social cohesion and well-being. It is