collega
colleague, coworker
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
/kɔˈleː.ɣaː/
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Cultural Note
Dutch workplace culture emphasizes equality and camaraderie among colleagues. The 'vrijdagmiddagborrel' (Friday afternoon drinks) is a beloved tradition where colleagues socialize after the work week.
📝 Example Sentences
Mijn collega helpt me altijd als ik vragen heb.
My colleague always helps me when I have questions.
We gaan vrijdag met collega's borrelen.
We're going for drinks with colleagues on Friday.
Zij is mijn favoriete collega op kantoor.
She is my favorite colleague at the office.