Sinterklaas
Saint Nicholas, Sinterklaas
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
ˌsɪntərˈklaːs
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Cultural Note
Sinterklaas (December 5) is the primary gift-giving holiday in the Netherlands, more important than Christmas for exchanging presents. The tradition includes writing humorous poems (gedichten) and creating surprise packages (surprises) for each gift. Sinterklaas arrives by steamboat from Spain in mid-November, which is broadcast live on national TV.
📝 Example Sentences
Sinterklaas komt op 5 december.
Sinterklaas comes on December 5th.
De kinderen zetten hun schoen voor Sinterklaas.
The children put out their shoe for Sinterklaas.
Sinterklaas is het grootste kinderfeest van Nederland.
Sinterklaas is the biggest children's celebration in the Netherlands.