welkom
welcome
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
ˈʋɛlkɔm
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Cultural Note
'Welkom' is used exactly like 'welcome' in English. 'Van harte welkom' or 'hartelijk welkom' adds warmth — 'from the heart welcome.' The Dutch mat at the front door often reads 'welkom.' When responding to thanks, the Dutch don't typically say 'welkom' (unlike 'you're welcome' in English) — they say 'graag gedaan' instead.
📝 Example Sentences
Welkom in Nederland!
Welcome to the Netherlands!
Welkom thuis, schat!
Welcome home, darling!
Hartelijk welkom in ons hotel.
A warm welcome to our hotel.