Dutch Word · Intermediate
bovenkaak
an upper jaw
Pronunciation: /ˈboː.və(n)ˌkaːk/
Meaning
an upper jaw
Example
De orthodontist heeft een beugel voorgesteld om de stand van haar bovenkaak te corrigeren.
The orthodontist suggested braces to correct the alignment of her upper jaw.
Practice tips
- Practice bovenkaak 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.