bloed
blood
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/blut/
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Cultural Note
Het bloed (neuter). 'Bloed prikken' (drawing blood) is a common medical procedure. The saying 'bloed is dikker dan water' exists in Dutch as well, emphasizing family bonds. Blood donation (bloeddonatie) is organized by Sanquin.
📝 Example Sentences
De dokter wil bloed prikken.
The doctor wants to draw blood.
Bloed is dikker dan water.
Blood is thicker than water.