sleutel

key

Intermediate Noun common

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Pronunciation

/ˈsløːtəl/

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Cultural Note

De sleutel (common gender). In Dutch relationships, 'elkaars sleutel krijgen' (getting each other's keys) is a significant step. The plural 'sleutels' is irregular - many learners expect 'sleutelen' which actually means 'to tinker.'

📝 Example Sentences

Waar zijn mijn sleutels?

Where are my keys?

Ik ben mijn sleutel vergeten.

I forgot my key.

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deur

door

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huis

house, home

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