uitwaaien
to go out in the wind to clear one's head; to blow away the cobwebs
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈœyt.ˌʋaː.jən/
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Cultural Note
Uitwaaien is a famously untranslatable Dutch word meaning to walk in windy weather (especially by the sea) to refresh yourself. Given that the Netherlands is flat and windy with a long coastline, this is a beloved Dutch pastime and a form of self-care.
📝 Example Sentences
Zullen we even gaan uitwaaien op het strand?
Shall we go blow away the cobwebs on the beach?
Ik heb even behoefte om uit te waaien.
I need to go clear my head in the wind for a bit.
We zijn lekker uitgewaaid aan zee.
We had a nice refreshing walk in the wind at the coast.