adjectiveadjective

mollig

cozy

Definition & meaning

The word mollig has two primary meanings in German:

Plump or chubby: When referring to a person's physique, it describes someone who is slightly overweight in a way that is often considered soft, round, or even pleasant. It is generally a more polite or euphemistic term than dick (fat). It translates well to "plump," "chubby," or "curvy."
Cozy and warm: It is frequently used to describe a comfortable, snug sense of warmth, especially regarding a room or clothing. The phrase mollig warm is a common collocation meaning "toasty" or "pleasantly warm."

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar: mollig is an adjective. It can be used as an attribute (e.g., ein molliges Kind) or predicatively (e.g., Der Pullover ist mollig).

Word origin: The word originates from the Low German word mullig, which is related to Mull (fine dust, mold, or soft fibers). Originally, it referred to something soft or crumbly. By the 18th century, the meaning shifted toward the sensation of softness and warmth, eventually evolving into the modern descriptions of body shape and physical comfort.