herfst
autumn, fall
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
ɦɛrfst
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Cultural Note
The alternative word 'najaar' (literally 'after-year') is also used for autumn. The Dutch herfstvakantie (autumn holiday) is a one-week school break in October. Autumn also marks the arrival of Sinterklaas in mid-November.
📝 Example Sentences
In de herfst kleuren de bladeren rood en geel.
In autumn the leaves turn red and yellow.
De herfst is soms regenachtig in Nederland.
Autumn is sometimes rainy in the Netherlands.
Ik hou van wandelen in de herfst.
I love walking in autumn.