liefdesverdriet

heartbreak; lovesickness

Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation

/ˈlif.dəs.vərˌdrit/

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Cultural Note

Liefdesverdriet is a beautiful compound word combining 'liefde' (love) and 'verdriet' (sadness/grief). Dutch has many such compound words that precisely capture complex emotions. Dealing with liefdesverdriet openly is encouraged in Dutch culture, where talking about feelings is valued.

📝 Example Sentences

Ze heeft last van liefdesverdriet.

She is suffering from heartbreak.

Liefdesverdriet gaat gelukkig voorbij.

Heartbreak fortunately passes.

Hij at chocolade om zijn liefdesverdriet te vergeten.

He ate chocolate to forget his heartbreak.

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