nuchter
sober; level-headed; down-to-earth; pragmatic
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈnʏx.tər/
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Cultural Note
Nuchterheid (sobriety/pragmatism) is considered a core Dutch value. It means being practical, keeping your feet on the ground, and not getting carried away by emotions. It is closely connected to the 'doe normaal' mentality and the Calvinist heritage of Dutch culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Nederlanders staan bekend om hun nuchtere houding.
The Dutch are known for their down-to-earth attitude.
Blijf nuchter en denk logisch na.
Stay level-headed and think logically.
Ze is heel nuchter over de situatie.
She is very pragmatic about the situation.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | nuchter |
| inflected | nuchtere |
| comparative | nuchterder |
| superlative | nuchterst |