Dutch Word · Intermediate
afzagen
to saw off
Pronunciation: /ˈɑfˌsaː.ɣə(n)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to saw off".
Example
Toen de pathologe zag dat lijkrovers haar mortuarium plunderden, zaagde zij voor straf en als trofee hun armen af.
When the pathologist saw that body snatchers were plundering her morgue, she sawed off their arms as a punishment and a trophy.
Practice tips
- Practice afzagen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Dutch word is for intermediate-level learners.