ontslag
dismissal, resignation
Advanced Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ˈɔnt.slɑx/
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Cultural Note
Dutch employment law makes firing employees ('ontslag geven') very difficult. Employers often need permission from the UWV (employment agency) or a judge. This strong protection is a cornerstone of Dutch labor culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Hij heeft ontslag genomen bij zijn oude bedrijf.
He resigned from his old company.
Ontslag krijgen is heel moeilijk in Nederland.
Getting fired is very difficult in the Netherlands.
Ze dient morgen haar ontslag in.
She's handing in her resignation tomorrow.