beurs
scholarship, grant
Advanced Noun common
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Pronunciation
/bøːrs/
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Cultural Note
'Beurs' can mean scholarship, stock exchange, or purse depending on context. For students, the Dutch government provides 'studiefinanciering' — financial support that becomes a gift if you graduate within 10 years. This system was reformed in 2023.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze heeft een beurs gekregen om in het buitenland te studeren.
She received a scholarship to study abroad.
De beurs dekt de kosten van het collegegeld.
The grant covers the tuition costs.