wanneer
when
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ʋɑˈneːr/
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Cultural Note
In spoken Dutch, 'wanneer' is often shortened to 'wanneer' in formal contexts or replaced by 'Hoe laat' (what time) for specific timing. Dutch people are punctual — if they say 'om drie uur' (at three o'clock), they mean exactly that.
📝 Example Sentences
Wanneer kom je?
When are you coming?
Wanneer is je verjaardag?
When is your birthday?
Ik weet niet wanneer het klaar is.
I don't know when it will be ready.