jaar

year

Beginner Noun Neuter

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Pronunciation

jaːr

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Cultural Note

Note that the plural of 'jaar' is 'jaren' but after a number it stays 'jaar' (vijf jaar, not vijf jaren). 'Nieuwjaar' (New Year) is a big celebration in the Netherlands, famously marked by massive fireworks and the traditional eating of oliebollen (Dutch doughnuts).

📝 Example Sentences

Gelukkig nieuwjaar!

Happy New Year!

Ik woon al vijf jaar in Nederland.

I have been living in the Netherlands for five years.

Wat zijn je plannen voor volgend jaar?

What are your plans for next year?

Related Words

Nieuwjaar

New Year

verjaardag

birthday

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