nieuw
new
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/niːu̯/
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Cultural Note
Dutch New Year ('Nieuwjaar') is celebrated with 'oliebollen' (fried dough balls) and fireworks. The Dutch spend more per capita on consumer fireworks than any other European nation, making New Year's Eve an explosive affair.
📝 Example Sentences
Ik heb een nieuwe telefoon gekocht.
I bought a new phone.
Gelukkig Nieuwjaar!
Happy New Year!
Er is een nieuw restaurant geopend in de buurt.
A new restaurant opened in the neighborhood.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | nieuw |
| comparative | nieuwer |
| predicative | nieuw |
| superlative | nieuwst |