respectvol
respectful
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/rɛˈspɛktˌfɔl/
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Cultural Note
Respect is a cornerstone of Dutch social interaction. Despite their directness, the Dutch place great value on respectful communication. Being called respectvol means your consideration for others has been noticed.
📝 Example Sentences
Hij is altijd heel respectvol.
He is always very respectful.
Een respectvolle omgang met elkaar is belangrijk.
Treating each other respectfully is important.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | respectvol |
| inflected | respectvolle |
| comparative | respectvoller |
| superlative | respectvolst |