beleefd
polite
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/bəˈleːft/
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Cultural Note
While the Dutch value directness, being beleefd is still important. Using 'u' instead of 'je' with strangers and elders, and saying 'alstublieft' and 'dank u wel' are signs of basic beleefdheid (politeness).
📝 Example Sentences
Hij is altijd heel beleefd.
He is always very polite.
Het is beleefd om te bedanken.
It is polite to say thank you.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | beleefd |
| inflected | beleefde |
| comparative | beleefder |
| superlative | beleefdst |