lieverd

darling; sweetheart; dear

Beginner Noun common

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Pronunciation

/ˈliː.vərt/

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Cultural Note

Lieverd derives from 'lief' (sweet/dear) and is a warm, affectionate term. It can be used between partners, close friends, and family members. It carries a gentler tone than 'schatje' and is common across all Dutch-speaking regions.

📝 Example Sentences

Dank je wel, lieverd.

Thank you, darling.

Wat ben je toch een lieverd!

You really are a sweetheart!

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Related Words

lief

sweet; dear; kind

Adjective

liefje

sweetie; darling; love

Noun

schatje

sweetheart; honey; baby

Noun

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