Chapter 1 English learning Dutch
Read the definitions and hear the pronunciations of all the words in this chapter! Veel geluk!
Read the definitions and hear the pronunciations of all the words in this chapter! Veel geluk!
Hout/ Houten (adjective) (het; o)
Of or related to wood; made of wood.
Zeilboot (noun) (de; m en v; plural: zeilboten)
De zeilboot; a watercraft propelled primarily by sails, designed for sailing on bodies of water.
Wind (noun) (de; m; plural: winden)
The natural movement of air, especially that which is perceptible as a current of air blowing from a particular direction. It is a key factor in sailing, kite flying, and various meteorological phenomena.
"Haar" in Dutch has multiple meanings depending on the context:
Hair (noun) (het; o; plural: haren)
Referring to the strands that grow on the human scalp or the coat of fur on animals.
Her (pronoun) (personal pronoun; 3rd person v singular)
Used to indicate possession or association with a female person or thing. For example, "Dit is haar boek" translates to "This is her book."
Ze can have two meanings in dutch:
She (personal pronoun)
Used to refer to a female person.
They (personal pronoun)
Used to refer to a group of people or things.
Avontuur (noun)(het; o; meervoud: avonturen)
Adventure; an exciting or unusual experience, often involving exploration, risk, or daring activities. Plural: avonturen
Vriend (noun) (de; m/v/x; plural: vrienden)
Friend; a person whom one knows, likes, and trusts, with whom one has a bond of mutual affection and support. Can also be used for a romantic male partner.
Nederland (noun) (het; o)
Netherlands; a country located in Northwestern Europe, known for its flat landscape, extensive canal systems, windmills, tulip fields, and cycling routes. The capital city is Amsterdam.
Zweden (noun) (het; o)
Sweden; a country located in Northern Europe on the Scandinavian Peninsula. Known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and a commitment to social welfare. The capital city is Stockholm.
Moment (noun) (het; o; plural: momenten)
A brief, indefinite period of time; an instant. It refers to a specific point in time, often emphasizing its brevity or significance in a particular context.
Familie (noun) (article: de): Family; a group of individuals connected by blood, marriage, or adoption, typically sharing common values, traditions, and a sense of mutual support and belonging.
Pro-tip:
Gezin (noun) (article: het): Usually used to refer to the combination of 'first-degree family'. Parents and siblings combined is 'het gezin'.
Broer (noun) (de; m en v; meervoud: Broers)
A male sibling; a brother is a person who shares one or both parents with another individual. It denotes a familial relationship characterized by common parentage or, in the case of adoption, a legal and emotional bond.
Mix (de; m; meervoud: mixen, mixes)
Combination: A blend or combination of different elements, substances, or things.
Verdriet (noun)(het; o):
Sadness/Sorrow: A feeling of distress or unhappiness, often caused by loss, disappointment, or grief.
Moeder ([noun]; de; v; plural: moeders):
A female parent; a woman who has given birth to or raised a child.
Oog ([noun]; het; o; plural: ogen):
Eye: An organ of vision in humans and animals; the sensory organ responsible for detecting light and sending signals to the brain for visual perception.
Iets ([pronoun]; het; o):
Something: A pronoun representing an unspecified or unknown object, thing, or concept.
Film (de; v; plural: films):
Movie: A form of visual storytelling, typically presented in a series of moving images with audio, designed to entertain, inform, or convey a narrative.
Realiteit (de; v; plural: realiteiten):
Reality: The state of things as they exist, rather than as they may appear or be imagined; the actual, tangible existence of events, objects, or experiences.
Vader (de; noun; m; plural: vaders):
Father: A male parent; a man who has fathered or raised a child.
Veilig (adjective; het; o):
Safe: Free from harm, danger, or risk; secure and protected.
Zee (de; noun; v; plural: zeeën):
Sea: A large expanse of saltwater that covers much of the Earth's surface; a body of saline water, often connected to an ocean.
Partner (de; noun; m/f; plural: partners):
Partner: A person with whom one shares an intimate relationship, typically in a committed partnership, marriage, or collaboration.
Maand (de; noun; m; plural: maanden):
Months: Units of time used in calendars, typically measured in cycles of the moon's phases, marking the passage of approximately 30 days.
Klaar (adjective; het; o):
Ready/Finished: Describes a state of completion or preparedness; no further action or work is required.
Reis (de; noun; v; plural: reizen):
Journey/Travel: The act of moving from one place to another, typically for exploration, vacation, or a specific purpose; a trip or expedition.
Noorden (het; noun; o):
North: The cardinal direction pointing towards the Earth's geographic North Pole; the opposite of south.