bewonderenswaardig
admirable
Advanced Adjective
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Pronunciation
/bəˈʋɔndərənsˌʋaːrdəx/
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Cultural Note
A long but powerful word from 'bewonderen' (to admire). This is a deeply meaningful compliment in Dutch, as the Dutch don't use it lightly. It acknowledges genuine excellence in character or achievement.
📝 Example Sentences
Je doorzettingsvermogen is bewonderenswaardig.
Your perseverance is admirable.
Dat is bewonderenswaardig gedrag.
That is admirable behavior.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | bewonderenswaardig |
| inflected | bewonderenswaardige |
| comparative | bewonderenswaardiger |
| superlative | bewonderenswaardigst |