leraar
teacher (male)
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ləˈraːr/
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Cultural Note
In Dutch, 'leraar' is male and 'lerares' is female, though 'docent' (gender-neutral) is increasingly used. Dutch teachers are addressed by their first name in many schools, reflecting the informal culture.
📝 Example Sentences
De leraar legt het heel duidelijk uit.
The teacher explains it very clearly.
Mijn leraar Nederlands is heel geduldig.
My Dutch teacher is very patient.
Hij wil leraar worden na zijn studie.
He wants to become a teacher after his studies.