Chapter 1 English learning Spanish


Read the definitions and hear the pronunciations of all the words in this chapter! Buena suerte!

Familia = Family

Familia (Noun, Plural: Familias)

Family; a group of individuals living together and connected by blood, marriage, or adoption.

Zeilboot = Sailboat

Zeilboot (noun) (de; m en v; plural: zeilboten)

De zeilboot; a watercraft propelled primarily by sails, designed for sailing on bodies of water.

Wind = Wind

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 = Hair

"Haar" in Dutch has multiple meanings depending on the context:

  1. Hair (noun) (het; o; plural: haren)
    Referring to the strands that grow on the human scalp or the coat of fur on animals.

  2. 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 = she

Ze can have two meanings in dutch:

  1. She (personal pronoun)
    Used to refer to a female person.

  2. They (personal pronoun)
    Used to refer to a group of people or things.

Avontuur= Adventure

Avontuur (noun)(het; o; meervoud: avonturen)

Adventure; an exciting or unusual experience, often involving exploration, risk, or daring activities. Plural: avonturen

 

Vriend = Friend

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 = Netherlands

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 = Sweden

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 = Moment

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 = Family

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 = Brother

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 = Mix

Mix (de; m; meervoud: mixen, mixes)
Combination: A blend or combination of different elements, substances, or things.

Verdriet = Sadness

Verdriet (noun)(het; o):
Sadness/Sorrow: A feeling of distress or unhappiness, often caused by loss, disappointment, or grief.

Moeder = Mother

Moeder ([noun]; de; v; plural: moeders):
A female parent; a woman who has given birth to or raised a child.

Ogen = Eyes

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 = Something

Iets ([pronoun]; het; o):

Something: A pronoun representing an unspecified or unknown object, thing, or concept.

 

Film = Movie

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 = Reality

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 = Father

Vader (de; noun; m; plural: vaders):

Father: A male parent; a man who has fathered or raised a child. 

Veilig = Safe

Veilig (adjective; het; o):

Safe: Free from harm, danger, or risk; secure and protected.

Zee = Sea

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 = Partner

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 = Month

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 = Ready/ Finished

Klaar (adjective; het; o):

Ready/Finished: Describes a state of completion or preparedness; no further action or work is required.

Reis = Journey/Travel

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 = North

Noorden (het; noun; o):

North: The cardinal direction pointing towards the Earth's geographic North Pole; the opposite of south.

Noorden = North

Noorden (het; noun; o):

North: The cardinal direction pointing towards the Earth's geographic North Pole; the opposite of south.

Goed gedaan! You learned all the words from chapter 1, see you in the next chapter!

Familia = Family

Familia (Noun, Plural: Familias)

Family; a group of individuals living together and connected by blood, marriage, or adoption.

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