liefdevol
loving; affectionate
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈliːf.də.vɔl/
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Cultural Note
'Liefdevol' literally means 'full of love' and describes warmth in both romantic and familial contexts. It is used to describe people, gestures, glances, and environments. A 'liefdevolle omgeving' (loving environment) is a common phrase in Dutch parenting and relationship discussions.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze is een liefdevolle moeder.
She is a loving mother.
Hij keek haar liefdevol aan.
He looked at her lovingly.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | liefdevol |
| inflected | liefdevolle |
| comparative | liefdevoller |
| superlative | meest liefdevol |
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