Dutch Word · Beginner
betalen
to pay for, suffer the consequences of
Pronunciation: /bəˈtaːlə(n)/
Meaning
to pay for, suffer the consequences of
Example
De Javasche Bank betaalt aan toonder vijf gulden.
The Bank of Java pays to the bearer five gulden.
Practice tips
- Practice betalen 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.