de ware
the one; the right person; true love
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/də ˈwaː.rə/
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Cultural Note
De ware (short for 'de ware Jacob' or 'de ware liefde') is the Dutch equivalent of 'the one.' Despite their practical nature, the Dutch are romantics at heart, and the concept of finding 'de ware' remains central to how many Dutch people think about long-term relationships.
📝 Example Sentences
Ik denk dat zij de ware is.
I think she is the one.
Ik wacht nog op de ware.
I am still waiting for the right person.
Hoe weet je of iemand de ware is?
How do you know if someone is the one?