gracht
canal
Intermediate Noun common
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Pronunciation
ɣrɑxt
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Cultural Note
Amsterdam's canal ring (grachtengordel), built in the 17th century Dutch Golden Age, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The three main canals — Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht — are iconic symbols of the Netherlands.
📝 Example Sentences
We maken een rondvaart door de grachten.
We are taking a boat tour through the canals.
De Amsterdamse grachten staan op de UNESCO-werelderfgoedlijst.
The Amsterdam canals are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
De huizen langs de gracht zijn prachtig.
The houses along the canal are beautiful.