nostalgic
Translation
nostalgic
Examples
Hearing that song makes me nostalgic.
Hearing that song makes me nostalgic.
He has a nostalgic feeling for his childhood.
He has a nostalgic feeling for his childhood.
Grammar Patterns
nostalgic ((about/for sth.)) feeling happy and slightly sad when you think about things that happened in the past Hearing that song makes me nostalgic for my youth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sentimental, wistful, reminiscent
Etymology
From Greek 'nostos' (homecoming) + 'algos' (pain, ache). The 'pain' of wanting to return home.
Memory Tips
Think of feeling nostalgic as a 'nice-logic' – it feels nice to remember the past, even if it's a bit sad.