attent
thoughtful, considerate
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ɑˈtɛnt/
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Cultural Note
Being attent is highly valued in Dutch relationships. It means noticing what someone needs without them having to ask. 'Een attentie' (a small gift/gesture) is the noun form, referring to a thoughtful surprise.
📝 Example Sentences
Wat attent van je om bloemen mee te nemen!
How thoughtful of you to bring flowers!
Hij is altijd zo attent.
He is always so thoughtful.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | attent |
| inflected | attente |
| comparative | attenter |
| superlative | attentst |