Christmas is a nice time. It’s a cozy time. It’s a cold, but at the same time – warm time. Unfortunately, it is also a very busy time.

In today’s economy, everyone is struggling to make ends meet. This Christmas, why not do things the old fashioned way–make Christmas gifts. Homemade gifts mean more to the person who is receiving them and can cut your costs dramatically.

Here are some of the results of the most beautiful English words, as voted for by English learners from non-English-speaking countries. Each word is accompanied by an illustration to give a visual representation of each type of beauty.