ramadan
Ramadan; fasting month
Intermediate Noun common
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Pronunciation
ˌraːmaːˈdɑn
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Cultural Note
The Netherlands has a significant Muslim population (around 5%), making Ramadan a notable period. The Suikerfeest (Sugar Festival, i.e., Eid al-Fitr) marks the end of Ramadan and is increasingly recognized in Dutch society. Many schools and workplaces accommodate fasting employees during Ramadan.
📝 Example Sentences
Tijdens de ramadan vasten veel Nederlanders.
During Ramadan many Dutch people fast.
Ramadan Mubarak!
Ramadan Mubarak! (Blessed Ramadan!)
Na de ramadan vieren ze het Suikerfeest.
After Ramadan they celebrate Eid al-Fitr.