mogen
may, to be allowed to, to like
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈmoː.ɣən/
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Cultural Note
'Mogen' expresses permission and also liking: 'Ik mag hem niet' (I don't like him). 'Dat mag niet' (That's not allowed) is heard constantly — from cycling rules to office etiquette. Despite their liberal reputation, the Dutch do have many social rules.
📝 Example Sentences
Mag ik hier zitten?
May I sit here?
Je mag niet roken in het restaurant.
You're not allowed to smoke in the restaurant.
Ik mag haar heel graag.
I like her very much.