der Schwelg
Translation
revelry, indulgence, debauchery
Examples
Der Schwelg in Erinnerungen tat ihm gut.
The indulgence in memories did him good.
Grammar Patterns
der Schwelg ((in+3)) the revelry/indulgence in sth. The indulgence in luxury was foreign to him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Genuss (enjoyment), die Völlerei (gluttony)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'swelgen' (to swallow, carouse), related to 'schwellen' (to swell).
Memory Tips
Think of 'swelling' with pleasure or food.