oogcontact
eye contact
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ˈoːx.kɔn.tɑkt/
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Cultural Note
In Dutch dating culture, oogcontact is considered the primary signal of interest. The Dutch tend to be comfortable with direct eye contact in social situations. Sustained eye contact with a slight smile is often interpreted as an invitation to approach someone.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze maakte oogcontact met hem aan de bar.
She made eye contact with him at the bar.
Oogcontact is de eerste stap bij het flirten.
Eye contact is the first step in flirting.
Hij vermijdt altijd oogcontact als hij nerveus is.
He always avoids eye contact when he is nervous.