Dutch Word · Beginner
bekende
an acquaintance, someone known/trusted to the person of reference, yet often less than a friend
Pronunciation: /bəˈkɛndə/
Meaning
an acquaintance, someone known/trusted to the person of reference, yet often less than a friend
Example
Het bekende lijkt meestal veiliger maar saaier.
The known usually seems safer but duller.
Practice tips
- Practice bekende 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 beginner-level learners.