dutch

[dʌtʃ]

dutch Definition

  • 1relating to the Netherlands, its people, or their language
  • 2a native or inhabitant of the Netherlands
  • 3the West Germanic language of the Netherlands

Using dutch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dutch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She has Dutch ancestry.

  • Example

    He speaks Dutch fluently.

  • Example

    The Dutch are known for their love of cheese and tulips.

  • Example

    I met a group of Dutch tourists at the museum.

  • Example

    Dutch is a difficult language to learn.

dutch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dutch

  • Netherlandish
  • Hollandish
  • Flemish

Phrases with dutch

  • to split the cost of something equally between two or more people

    Example

    Let's go Dutch on dinner tonight.

  • bravery or confidence gained from drinking alcohol

    Example

    He needed a shot of Dutch courage before giving his speech.

  • an outing or date where each person pays for their own expenses

    Example

    We decided to do a Dutch treat for our first date.

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Summary: dutch in Brief

The term 'Dutch' [dʌtʃ] refers to anything related to the Netherlands, its people, or their language. It can be used as an adjective or noun, such as 'She has Dutch ancestry' or 'He speaks Dutch fluently.' The phrase 'go Dutch' means to split the cost of something equally, while 'Dutch courage' refers to bravery gained from drinking alcohol. 'Dutch treat' is an outing where each person pays for their own expenses.

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