szénhideg

Szénhideg is a Hungarian term that translates to "bone-cold" or "bone-chillingly cold" in English. It is used to describe an intense and penetrating cold that seems to seep into the very bones of a person, making them feel uncomfortably and deeply cold. This sensation is often associated with extreme weather conditions, particularly during winter months, when the temperature drops significantly and can also be exacerbated by factors like wind chill or dampness.

The term suggests a cold that is more than just a surface-level chill. It implies a discomfort that is profound and difficult to shake off, affecting one's overall well-being and potentially causing physical discomfort beyond just feeling cold. It can be used metaphorically as well, to describe a feeling of emotional coldness or a lack of warmth in a social or interpersonal context, though its primary and most common usage relates to physical temperature. The visceral nature of the term emphasizes the unpleasantness and severity of the cold being described.