peetouder
godparent
Advanced Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈpeːt.ɔu.dər/
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Cultural Note
'Peetvader' (godfather) and 'peetmoeder' (godmother) are the gendered forms. In the increasingly secular Netherlands, the role of godparent is often more social than religious, serving as a trusted mentor figure.
📝 Example Sentences
Wil jij de peetouder van ons kind worden?
Would you like to become the godparent of our child?
Mijn peetouder geeft mij altijd een cadeau met kerst.
My godparent always gives me a present at Christmas.