Dutch Expression · Advanced
de bouillon zeven
strain the broth
Pronunciation: de bouillon zeven
Meaning
A natural Dutch expression used to convey: strain the broth.
Example
Zeef de bouillon door een fijne zeef.
Strain the broth through a fine sieve.
Practice tips
- Practice de bouillon zeven 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.