verloven
to get engaged
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/vərˈloː.vən/
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Cultural Note
'Zich verloven' is reflexive in Dutch. The engaged couple are 'verloofden' (fiances). Engagement parties in the Netherlands are typically intimate family affairs. The couple may announce their engagement in a local newspaper or on social media with a ring photo.
📝 Example Sentences
Ze hebben zich vorige maand verloofd.
They got engaged last month.
Hij wil zich met haar verloven.
He wants to get engaged to her.
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