erwtensoep
split pea soup; snert
Advanced Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈɛr.tən.sup/
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Cultural Note
Erwtensoep, also called 'snert', is the ultimate Dutch winter soup. Tradition dictates it must be thick enough for a spoon to stand in. It is made with split peas, smoked sausage, celery root, and pork. It is always served during ice-skating events and is said to taste better the next day.
📝 Example Sentences
Echte erwtensoep moet zo dik zijn dat je lepel rechtop blijft staan.
Real split pea soup must be so thick that your spoon stands upright.
Na het schaatsen eten we warme erwtensoep.
After ice skating we eat warm split pea soup.