afgunst
envy, covetousness
Advanced Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈɑf.ɣʏnst/
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Cultural Note
Afgunst is more formal and literary than 'jaloezie.' In Dutch culture, openly displaying wealth or success is frowned upon partly because it can provoke afgunst. The 'doe normaal' mentality actively discourages behavior that might inspire envy in others.
📝 Example Sentences
Afgunst is een slechte raadgever.
Envy is a bad advisor.
Zijn succes wekte afgunst bij zijn collega's.
His success aroused envy among his colleagues.