vriend
boyfriend; male friend
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
/vriːnt/
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Cultural Note
'Vriend' can mean either 'friend' or 'boyfriend' depending on context. Adding the possessive 'mijn vriend' usually signals romantic partner. To clarify a platonic friend, Dutch speakers say 'een vriend van mij' (a friend of mine) rather than 'mijn vriend'.
📝 Example Sentences
Dit is mijn vriend, Thomas.
This is my boyfriend, Thomas.
Ze heeft een nieuwe vriend.
She has a new boyfriend.